The Foregleams Of Christianity - Charles Newton Scott - Bog

The Foregleams of Christianity: An Essay on the Religious History of Antiquity is a book written by Charles Newton Scott. This book explores the religious history of the ancient world and how it influenced the development of Christianity. The author examines the beliefs and practices of various ancient religions, including those of the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, and shows how they contributed to the formation of Christian theology. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of ancient religion. The first chapter discusses the origins of religion and the early beliefs of mankind. The second chapter explores the religious practices of the ancient Egyptians, including their belief in the afterlife and their use of hieroglyphics. The third chapter discusses the religion of the Greeks, including their pantheon of gods and their mythology. The fourth chapter explores the religion of the Romans, including their worship of various gods and their use of augury. The fifth chapter discusses the influence of Judaism on Christianity, including the concept of monotheism and the Old Testament. The final chapter examines the early Christian Church and how it was influenced by the religions of the ancient world. The author shows how Christianity borrowed elements from these religions, such as the use of symbolism and the idea of an afterlife, and incorporated them into its own theology. Overall, The Foregleams of Christianity is a comprehensive exploration of the religious history of the ancient world and its impact on the development of Christianity. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion or the origins of Christianity.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.