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Corinth: The First City of Greece: An Urban History of Late Antique Cult and Religion

by Richard M. Rothaus

This study looks at the major societal and religious transformations that took place in Cornith from the 4th to 7th century AD. After setting the scene for the city during the Late Antique period, Rothaus explores, through literary and archaeological evidence, the presence of Christian and non-Christian beliefs and activities within the city. A clearer definition or differentation between pagan and Christian is made clear by urban and architectural changes, notably the construction of basilicas and the conversion of temples into churches. Christianisation is seen here as part of a process of reconsidering identity, of categorising religious beliefs and practice, and creating new physical and symbolic entities to reflect it. 173p, 31 b/w figs, 10 plans (Religions in the Graeco-Roman World 139, Brill 2000)

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