| Expecting the End: Millennialism in Social and Historical Context Contributor(s): Newport, Kenneth G. C. (Editor), Gribben, Crawford (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1932792384 ISBN-13: 9781932792386 Publisher: Baylor University Press OUR PRICE: $39.59 Product Type: Paperback Published: November 2006 Annotation: Jesus' promise that athe enda draws near has spawned an expectation of that grand event across various religious groups. This volume examines the abiding social issues that surround the continued presence of apocalyptic anticipation by setting them in historical, present-day, and future manifestations. Approaching this fervent expectation from a broad perspective, Gribben and Newport explore the contemporary movements with insightful analysis that provokes discussion and even self-reflection. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christianity - History |
| Dewey: 202.3 |
| LCCN: 2006024991 |
| Physical Information: 0.95" H x 6.08" W x 9" (1.10 lbs) 329 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian |
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| Publisher Description: Jesus' promise that the end draws near has spawned an expectation of that grand event across various religious groups. This volume examines the abiding social issues that surround the continued presence of apocalyptic anticipation by setting them in historical, present-day, and future manifestations. Approaching this fervent expectation from a broad perspective, Gribben and Newport explore the contemporary movements with insightful analysis that provokes discussion and even self-reflection. |