| The Pleroma: An Essay On The Origin Of Christianity Contributor(s): Carus, Paul (Author) |
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ISBN: 0548106681 ISBN-13: 9780548106686 Publisher: Kessinger Publishing OUR PRICE: $36.05 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: July 2007 Annotation: Christianity, according to Paul Carus, is the "grandchild of ancient paganism," its character predetermined by everything that came before it, growing naturally from preceding ages to become "the fulfilment of the times, the pleroma of the ages." Arguing that Christianity was derived not from Judaism but was the legitimate result of "the religious development of mankind," the author presents his case, in this work first published in 1909, for the "gentile character" of Christianity. While his interpretation may be provocative, his explorations into paganism, Gnostic movements, kindred sects, and the origins of Judaism make this book essential reading for anyone interested in the history of religion. American philosopher and theologian PAUL CARUS (1852-1919) also wrote The Religion of Science (1893), The Gospel of Buddha (1894), and The History of the Devil (1900). |
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| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Gnosticism - Religion | Christianity - History - Religion | Comparative Religion |
| Physical Information: 0.56" H x 6" W x 9" (0.97 lbs) 184 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian |
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