Christopher J. Bonura

Christopher J. Bonura, an Assistant Professor of History and expert in late antique apocalyptic literature, discusses the influential Apocalypse of Pseudo-Methodius. He reveals how this seventh-century text reflected Christians' political realities under Islamic rule. The conversation dives into its Syriac origins, the narrative's impact across cultures, and how it reshaped perceptions of the Roman Empire in apocalyptic thought. Bonura also highlights the text's adaptations in Byzantine and Armenian contexts, showcasing its enduring relevance in political theology.