Abstract
Among the inscriptions from Corinth (in publication), there are graffiti carved into the floor of a prison in Corinth. They shed interesting light on the hopes, beliefs and opinions of Christians from late antiquity. This study offers an overview of the insights to be gained from these graffiti. Now that IG IV² 3 Fasc. 3. Inscriptiones Corinthi, regionis Corinthiae is available, the evidence on Christian prisoners in the later Roman Empire will be easily accessible. 2 The texts consist of graffiti on limestone floor tiles. They were found at the back of the “Boudroumi” arches. 3 The vaults were shops north-west of the agora of ancient Corinth. Currently, these fragments of the limestone slabs that are still available are kept in the museum’s storerooms.
Highlights
Among the inscriptions from Corinth, there are graffiti carved into the floor of a prison in Corinth
The decision to focus on the prisoners was determined by the occasion,4 one has to expand on the term “Early Christianity” to some extent
The focus on prisoners should not create the impression that the majority of Corinthian Christians were imprisoned
Summary
Among the inscriptions from Corinth (in publication), there are graffiti carved into the floor of a prison in Corinth. CHRISTIAN PRISONERS: FIFTH AND SIXTH CENTURY INSCRIPTIONS FROM CORINTH1 3. Inscriptiones Corinthi, regionis Corinthiae is available, the evidence on Christian prisoners in the later Roman Empire will be accessible.2 The texts consist of graffiti on limestone floor tiles.
Sign-in/Register to view highlights & summary Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Free) 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a call
