Isbn: 9781069766724 - the christian tradition (living streams) (3 Ergebnisse)

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Spanning millennia of history, The Christian Tradition traces the evolution of Christianity from its ancient Near Eastern roots to its modern reinterpretations. Drawing on archaeology and historical scholarship, the author presents a sweeping yet meticulously researched exploration of the origins and development of the Christian faith. This study examines the dynamic interplay of cultures that shaped the Christian tradition-Egyptian, Canaanite, Mesopotamian, Greek, and Roman. From the semi-nomadic patriarchs of the Bronze Age and the Exodus narratives to the theological revolutions of Jesus, Paul, and the Alexandrian mystics, Olman reconstructs a lineage of ideas that bridges myth and history.The book investigates the rise of orthodoxy and the suppression of alternative voices-from the Gnostics and Cathars to the Templars and early esoteric orders-revealing how hidden currents of spiritual knowledge continue to flow beneath the surface of institutional religion. Written in clear, compelling prose, The Christian Tradition invites scholars and seekers alike to re-examine the foundations of Western spirituality.…