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Saradi-Mendelovici, 1990 by Andrew Ward is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The paper examines Christian attitudes toward pagan monuments during Late Antiquity, highlighting both hostility and a more positive appreciation of these structures. It argues that the destruction of classical monuments was not solely a result of Christian triumph but often a response to state initiatives, particularly during the reign of Theodosius I. The author suggests that many monuments were preserved for their artistic value or adapted for Christian use, reflecting a complex interaction between pagan
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- Andrew Ward
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