A Short History of the Copts and of Their Church (1873)

A Short History Of The Copts And Of Their Church is a book written in 1873 by Taqi-Ed-Din El-Maqrizi. The book provides a comprehensive history of the Coptic people and their church, which is one of the oldest Christian churches in the world. The author covers the origins of the Coptic people, their relationship with the Pharaonic civilization, and the emergence of Christianity in Egypt. The book also covers the various challenges faced by the Coptic people throughout history, including persecution by the Roman Empire, Islamic conquest, and the Ottoman Empire. The author also discusses the role of the Coptic Church in preserving the Coptic language and culture, as well as the contributions of prominent Coptic figures to the fields of science, literature, and theology. Overall, A Short History Of The Copts And Of Their Church is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Coptic people and their contributions to world history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.