Christians Facing the Rise of Islam in the Levant: Places of Worship, Building Materials and Figural Images
Abstract
The essay deals with Christians who participated in the life of the caliph's court to position themselves as individuals and as figures responsible for organizing their communities. it also examines the impact of cultural brokerage through the case study of the discourse and practice of religious art in early Islamic times.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Archaeology and Historical Studies
Historical and Linguistic Studies
Medieval History and Crusades
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Archivio istituzionale della ricerca (Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna)
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter