A collection of papers which have appeared during the last 10 to 15 years which aim to explain the phenomenon of Christianisation based on the examination of religious, social and economic case studies. Brenk traces the transformation of the late Roman world between the 3rd and 7th centuries and discusses its reflection in art and architecture. Subjects include the use, reuse and furnishing of private houses with house chapels and the cult, function and requirements of a wide range of different buildings. Some papers are available in English for the first time.