Dr. Stephanie Bernstra

Amand Diangor, a Classics professor at Oxford, Dr. Stephanie Bernstra, Egyptology expert, and Dr. Charles Cosgrove, a scholar of early Christian literature, dive into the ancient world of hymnody. They discuss the discovery of the oldest Christian hymn in Oxyrhynchus, shedding light on bold expressions of faith amidst persecution. Their journey uncovers the intertwining of pagan and Christian musical traditions and reflects on the historical evolution of hymns, emphasizing their profound cultural and spiritual significance.