THE PAGANISM IN OUR CHRISTIANITY
Book Details + Condition: Hutchinson and Co. Ltd (London). First Edition, 1928 (nd). Hardcover. 253 pages. Author Arthur Weigall explores the influence of pagan beliefs and practices upon Christianity. The book examines various aspects of Christianity, including its rituals, symbols, and doctrines, and traces their origins to pagan cultures and religions. Weigall argues that many of the core beliefs and practices of Christianity, such as the concept of the Trinity and the celebration of Christmas and Easter, have their roots in pagan mythology and rituals. Chapters include:
- The Question as to the Hisoricity of Jesus
- The Composition of the New Testament
- The Virgin Birth
- Miraculous Occurrences
- The Crucifixion and the Barabbas Sacrifice
- The Resurrection
- The Ascension and the Messiahship
- The Influence of Adonis and Other Gods
- The Influence of Osiris and Isis
- The Influence of Mithra
- The Origin of the Epiphany
- And much more.
Firm binding; lightly rubbed corners and edges; chafed spine ends; small bookplate and bookseller sticker to ffep; heavy toning to rear endpapers; interior is clean and free of markings.
