Christianity in Iraq

by Suha Rassam

The detailed account of the Churches in the twentieth century, under British rule, the monarchy and then the Ba'athist regime and Saddam Hussein, is particularly useful. This book sheds much-needed light on the present dire situation for Christians in Iraq, under occupation and transitional rule. It is essential reading for all those in the West who are concerned for the future of Iraq and its people.

Genres: History

260 pages, Paperback

First published October 25, 2005

Reviews

[Kevin de Ataíde · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent history of a fairly unknown people, the Iraqi Christians of various denominations. They are a people who have been pushed and pulled around the ancient country of Babylon for centuries. The atrocities committed against them that are increasingly reported in our own times are repeats of what has afflicted them throughout their history. In the name of religion, to convert them from their ancient Faith either directly or indirectly, for the sake of politics or economic interests. That they have preserved their own identity in the midst of all this is extraordinary. But here it is, laid out in this book. They are a proud people, descendants of one of the most ancient of civilisations and members also of one of the most ancient of the Churches.