The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. Excerpt from Indirect Testimony of History to the Genuineness of the Gospels (Classic Reprint)
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work''s historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of early Christianity, exploring the historical and theological debates that shaped the religion during its formative years. The author meticulously examines the controversies that arose between various groups, including Jewish and Gentile Christians, Jews and Christians, Heathens and Christians, and Catholics and Gnostics. These disputes revolved around crucial questions such as the role of Jewish law for Gentile converts, the nature of God, the divinity of Jesus, and the existence and influence of demons. Set against the backdrop of the Roman Empire, the book reveals how Christians defended their faith amidst a dominant pagan culture. The author investigates the ingenious ways early Christians sought to validate their beliefs, including the creation of pseudo-historical documents attributed to Roman and Jewish figures. By examining these controversies and the literary responses they inspired, this book offers a window into the intellectual struggles and theological developments of early Christianity. The book's exploration of these historical debates sheds light on the complex evolution of Christian thought and practice. It underscores the challenges faced by early Christians as they sought to define their identity and navigate a world steeped in polytheism and skepticism. Ultimately, the book's insights illuminate the profound impact these early controversies had on shaping the course of Christian history and theology. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780259461197_0
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259461197
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259461197
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)