{"id":690,"date":"2026-01-07T15:04:49","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T15:04:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/virtualbooks.com.br\/blog\/?p=690"},"modified":"2026-01-07T15:04:50","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T15:04:50","slug":"podcast-when-our-world-became-christian-paul-veyne","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/virtualbooks.com.br\/blog\/2026\/01\/07\/podcast-when-our-world-became-christian-paul-veyne\/","title":{"rendered":"Podcast: WHEN OUR WORLD BECAME CHRISTIAN, Paul Veyne"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The book \u201cWHEN OUR WORLD BECAME CHRISTIAN\u201d, by renowned French historian Paul Veyne, offers a new perspective on the transition from the Roman Empire to Christianity, a crucial period that shaped the history of Western civilization. The work, published in 2007, focuses on the 4th and 5th centuries, exploring the complex social, cultural and religious dynamics that drove the rise of Christianity. Veyne challenges traditional interpretations of Emperor Constantine\u2019s conversion, arguing that his faith was genuine and not just a political ploy. The author delves into the expansion of Christianity, revealing the factors that contributed to its transformation from a minority religion to the dominant one in the Roman Empire. The book also explores the intricate relationship between Christianity and paganism during this period of transition. Veyne highlights how the two religions coexisted, competed and influenced each other, revealing the complexity of the religious landscape of the time. One of the central points of Veyne\u2019s analysis is the crucial role of the Church in the consolidation of Christianity. The author examines the organization of the institution, the development of Christian theology and the influence of bishops, demonstrating how the Church became a powerful force in Roman society. \u201cWHEN OUR WORLD BECAME CHRISTIAN\u201d also addresses the profound transformation of Roman society under the influence of Christianity. Veyne analyzes how the new religion changed values, customs and laws, addressing topics such as Christian ethics, monastic life and the relationship between Church and State. With accessible and engaging writing, the author makes the work appealing to a wide audience, inviting readers to reflect on the complex dynamics that shaped the world in which we live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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