School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses
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Date of Award
2004
Document Type
Graduate Paper
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Theology
Department
School of Theology and Seminary
First Advisor
Charles Bobertz
Subject Categories
History of Christianity | Religious Thought, Theology and Philosophy of Religion
Abstract
The martyrdom of Perpetua and her companions in Carthage around 203 CE has been the frequent subject of much study, but one fascinating aspect of this text is often overlooked: the way the narrative works to draw parallels between the suffering of Perpetua and the life of Christ. By using language and imagery that echoes the stories about Jesus, the author reinforces the message that the martyrs lived and died as witnesses to, and sufferers with, Christ.
Recommended Citation
Bushnell, Jennifer A., "Martyrs Like Christ: A Brief Look at Passio Perpetuae" (2004). School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses. 851.
https://digitalcommons.csbsju.edu/sot_papers/851
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