How did ancient hopes for a better world shape modern thought? This book traces the origins and evolution of millennial expectations across Gentile, Jewish, and Christian traditions, showing how a longing for deliverance has influenced beliefs about the end times and a transformed world.
In a careful historical study, the author explains why millennial ideas arose, how they differed among cultures, and why they mattered at different moments in history. The analysis connects ancient imagery to later Christian and Jewish expressions, offering a clear view of the ideas behind the millennial hope and its ongoing relevance.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book investigates the historical and literary origins of the millennial hope, a recurring theme throughout various cultures and eras where a sudden and dramatic end to the world is anticipated, followed by a period of peace and prosperity. The author traces the development of this idea from ancient gentile beliefs through Hebrew and Jewish traditions to early Christian thought, examining the social and historical contexts that gave rise to such beliefs. The book delves into the millennial themes found in mythology, philosophy, and religion, exploring how they have shaped human imagination and influenced the way people envision the future. Through its comprehensive analysis of millennial hopes, this book sheds light on the enduring human desire for salvation and the transformation of the world. 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 9781331781677_0
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Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Millennial Hope: A Phase of War-Time ThinkingThe stirring events of recent times have given new point to this question. Vigorous propagandists have been urging belief in the speedy end of the world and the. N° de réf. du vendeur 2147893122
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