History of Christianity: Web Sites

A great source for theological bibliographies, organized by era (N.T., Early Christianity... to 20c) or topic (e.g. Spirituality & Mysticism). By Rev. Wm. Harmless, S.J., of Creighton U.

Translations of Biblical and non-Biblical source texts to 250 C.E., and links to interpretive materials.

"This site gives you access to a vast amount of information on the Early Church (from the first to the fifth century) and a growing number of original language Greek and Latin texts (now around 170, which are mainly extracts dealing with major themes and controversies). The texts have online dictionary links, English translations, and notes."

A "scholarly resource for the study of women's religious communities from 400 to 1600 C.E." Primary sources, biographies, images, etc.

Great set of organized links, many to full text documents. In Ancient Sourcebook: Christian Origins; Medieval Sourcebook: Roman Church, Medieval Life, Reformation, Crusades, Byzantium, etc. Modern History Sourcebook: Reformation, Enlightenment, 19th Century Religion, Post-war Religion...

This is a portal to materials in the Special Collections of a growing number of Catholic institutions, including books, manuscripts, archives, etc.

Extensive texts from the writings of Ludovico Antonio Muratori, 18c historiographer both of Italian history and of the history of religion and religious controversies in Italy from 500 C.E. to his day. Useful for historical contexts. In Italian.

This expert list covers a wide variety of religions and religion-related topics. Fun to explore.

The international non-profit organization has compiled this list of non-sectarian sites

Wide-ranging lists of links organized by subject. Includes religions, denominations and related areas (philosophy, near eastern, east asian, native american studies, etc.)

Collection of links organized by two theological librarians.

Link is to English version; click on magnifying glass, upper right, to do searches.

A nice variety of links and good information compiled and maintained by Fr. Felix Just, S.J.

"A vast online article repository, with over 700 articles and 6,000 printed pages.: Includes Orthodox religious calendar and daily liturgical readings, sections on Orthodox life and practice.

Elizabeth Knuth (College of St. Benedict/St. John's University, MN) maintains this expert list, with a lot of good information.

Translations of Biblical and non-Biblical source texts to 250 C.E., and links to interpretive materials.

Individual philosophers, arranged historically from the Patristic era through the late Twentieth Century. Though the bulk are links to Wikipedia articles on the individual philosopher (both major and minor), there are also links to the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy and sometimes to works available full text online.

Includes documents going back to Pope Leo XIII. Warning: a few "broken" links that don't work.

Individual bibliographies on a number of topcs, compiled by Charles Bellinger. You can use these lists to identify good works on your topic, then check against LINUS and our Journal List to see if they are available here.

A searchable bibliography of texts - from private letters, wills, and household accounts to literary works, philosophical treatises, chronicles, court proceedings, church records, and a host of other documents - written in the Middle Ages, now available in print or online editions and translations. Provides annotated entries that include information on the genre, contents, archival reference and original language of the text, and some links to texts. Covers ~300-1500 C.E.

A scholarly Web site based at Hebrew University in Jerusalem, sponsoring a number of scholarly projects; current postings include an in-progress comprehensive bibliography on Syriac Christianity, another on the Holy Land.

French site for open source materials of all types, from the Patrologia Orientalis to manuscripts and materials on French history.

From George Fox University, a serial containing papers on a wide spread of issues regarding Eastern Europe and the religions and religious life therein.

An approach to Jesus through art, from the Canadian Heritage Information Network
"Explore the history of Jesus Christ and what has made him a worldwide Christian icon - "A man who belongs to the world".... you can see the life Jesus led, and learn more about his struggles as the Lamb of God. Learn about the history of Jesus and how he has been perceived over the past 2000 years."

ATLA's offering of digitized images of items from classical times/early Christianity to nineteenth century postcards and photographs. You can use these in the classroom, in church presentations, and for printed handouts.

Comprehensive index of denominational hymnals. Search by text or tune, find MIDI files and sheet music.