Excerpt from The Belief of the First Three Centuries Concerning Christ's Mission to the Underworld
The following treatise was commenced nearly three years ago, under the supposition that it could be finished in three or four days, and with no further intention than that of trans lating some passages on the subject of which it treats, as one evidence among many that the Gospels did not originate in the Opinions of the Early Christians. It grew on the writer's hands, led to investigations which he had not anticipated, and was delayed by other duties.
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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. Seller Inventory # 9781333986605_0
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