Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1333986602 ISBN 13: 9781333986605
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into a fascinating and often overlooked aspect of early Christian belief: the concept of Christ's mission to the Underworld. The author traces the development of this idea through the writings of the Church Fathers, exploring the controversies that arose within Christianity itself and between Christians and non-Christians over its interpretation. The author examines the arguments presented by different Christian factions, including the Gnostics, the Marcionites, and the Catholics, highlighting the theological and philosophical underpinnings of their differing perspectives on the nature and significance of Christ's descent. The book reveals how the Underworld mission served as a central point of debate and shaped the development of early Christian doctrines. By exploring the diverse interpretations of Christ's descent, the author illuminates the rich tapestry of beliefs that existed within early Christianity, offering a compelling and nuanced account of this pivotal period in religious history. The book's insights provide a deeper understanding of the complexities of early Christian thought and the ongoing evolution of Christian belief. 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. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1333986602 ISBN 13: 9781333986605
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1333986602 ISBN 13: 9781333986605
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.