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Resources on the history of the early Christian church. Information on the early church fathers, heresies, orthodoxy, and documents.
Saints
A look at some of the popular saints of the early Church.
Solstice and Christmas
On this page you will find information on ancient holidays that have been celebrated on or around the Winter Solstice.
The Star of Bethlehem and the Dating of the Birth of Jesus
Jesus may have been born under the Star of Bethlehem, a comet that may have appeared in the spring of 5 B.C.
3 Magi - Names of the 3 Wise Men
The names of the magi or three wisemen who visited the Christ child.
Table of Canonical Scriptures - Canon of the Bible
Table showing the canonical scriptures or canons of the Bible according to Marcion, Eusebius, Irenaeus, Muratorian, and others.

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