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“All Gaza's temples are torn down and burned and the city is cleansed of every belief but the Christian faith. The most stubborn opponents, faute de mieux, are tied up, marched away to the provincial capital, severely tortured, and all killed mala morte, 'a great number.'”

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Ramsay MacMullen
Ramsay MacMullen

Ramsay MacMullen is a renowned historian known for his research on the late Roman Empire. His works delve into religious, social, and political changes, providing significant insights into the ancient world. more

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