De Spectaculis: The Shows
Narrated by Claire Green
- Released
- April 28, 2021
- Length
- 1 hr 49 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Andrew Overett
The Shows or De Spectaculis, written by Tertullian between AD 197-202, examines the moral implications of attending public performances such as circus and theater. Tertullian posits that these spectacles are rooted in pagan rituals and ultimately lead to spiritual corruption and agitation. This treatise offers a historical perspective on the influence of entertainment in the ancient world and advocates for Christians to resist its temptations.
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