Torture - Antonio Gallonio - Bog

""Torture: Torments of the Christian Martyrs"" is a historical account of the brutal persecution and torture inflicted upon Christian martyrs during the early years of Christianity. Written by Antonio Gallonio, an Italian Jesuit priest and historian, the book provides a detailed and graphic description of the various forms of torture and punishment that were used against Christians who refused to renounce their faith.Gallonio's work is based on extensive research and eyewitness accounts of the persecution of Christians, particularly during the reigns of the Roman emperors Nero, Domitian, and Diocletian. The book describes in detail the various methods of torture, including crucifixion, burning, beheading, and being thrown to wild animals in arenas.The author also provides insight into the psychological and emotional struggles faced by the martyrs, as they were forced to choose between renouncing their faith and facing a painful death. Gallonio's work serves as a testament to the courage and steadfastness of these early Christians, who were willing to endure unimaginable suffering for their beliefs.""Torture: Torments of the Christian Martyrs"" is a powerful and thought-provoking book that sheds light on a dark period in human history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, religious persecution, and the human capacity for endurance and faith.The English Translation Of De SS. Martyrum Cruciatibus.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.