Religion in Roman Phrygia

The book delves into the unique religious landscape of Phrygia during the second and third centuries CE, highlighting the insights gained from the everyday lives of farmers and herders rather than elite figures. Through stone memorials and dedications, it reveals how local worship practices coexisted with the rise of Christianity, introduced by the apostle Paul. Robert Parker examines the transition from polytheism to Christianity, exploring how the new faith addressed the needs of the Phrygian populace previously fulfilled by traditional gods.