Forerunners and Rivals of Christianity is a comprehensive book written by Francis Legge that explores the history of religious and philosophical movements that emerged before and during the early Christian era. The book covers the period between 330 BC and 330 AD, and examines the different religious and philosophical traditions that existed during this time, including Greek philosophy, Judaism, Gnosticism, and the mystery religions of the Roman Empire.Legge provides a detailed analysis of the key figures and ideas that ...
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Forerunners and Rivals of Christianity is a comprehensive book written by Francis Legge that explores the history of religious and philosophical movements that emerged before and during the early Christian era. The book covers the period between 330 BC and 330 AD, and examines the different religious and philosophical traditions that existed during this time, including Greek philosophy, Judaism, Gnosticism, and the mystery religions of the Roman Empire.Legge provides a detailed analysis of the key figures and ideas that shaped these traditions, including Plato, Aristotle, Philo of Alexandria, and the various mystery cults that were popular during the Roman Empire. He also explores the ways in which these traditions influenced the development of Christianity, and how Christianity in turn was influenced by them.The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different period in the history of these traditions. Part one covers the period from 330 BC to 100 BC, and examines the philosophical and religious traditions that emerged in Greece and the Eastern Mediterranean during this time. Part two covers the period from 100 BC to 100 AD, and focuses on the rise of Judaism and the various mystery cults that were popular in the Roman Empire. Part three covers the period from 100 AD to 330 AD, and explores the emergence of Gnosticism and its influence on early Christianity.Forerunners and Rivals of Christianity is a well-researched and engaging book that provides a fascinating insight into the history of religious and philosophical ideas that shaped the world during the early Christian era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion, philosophy, and the development of Christianity.1915. Brings before the public certain documents of great importance for the understanding of the growth and development of the Christian religion. A special emphasis is placed on the Gnostics. Contents: Conquests of Alexander; Alexandrian divinities; Origin of Gnosticism; Pre-Christian Gnostics: the Orphici; Pre-Christian Gnostics: the Essenes; Pre Christian Gnostics: Simon Magus.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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