Behavior Quote by Larry Hurtado

“Early Christianity, like Roman-era philosophical traditions, laid emphasis on everyday behavior, about how to live your life.” quote by Larry Hurtado — Download Open image

“Early Christianity, like Roman-era philosophical traditions, laid emphasis on everyday behavior, about how to live your life.”

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