The Veneration of Saint Agnes, Mary's Waiting Maid

by Shearman Thomas

Book Overview

Saint Agnes is one of the most venerated saints in the Christian tradition, and yet little is known about her early life. In this fascinating study, Thomas Shearman delves into the hagiographic accounts of Saint Agnes as Mary's waiting maid, examining what they reveal about early Christian beliefs about women and the role of the Virgin Mary. A must-read for scholars of Christianity and medieval history.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1021205087
• ISBN13: 9781021205087
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"