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This is a comprehensive history that traces the development of various ancient religions and how they interlaced with Christianity. From the intro: "The subject of Religious Origins is a fascinating one, as the great multitude of books upon it, published in late years, tends... Read Full Overview

The subject of Religious Origins is a fascinating one, as the great multitude of books upon it, published in late years, tends to show. Indeed the great difficulty today in dealing with the subject, lies in the very mass of the material to hand-and that not only on account of... Read Full Overview

"Pagan and Christian creeds" from Edward Carpenter. English socialist poet, philosopher and anthologist (1844-1929).

The subject of Religious Origins and Pagan and Christian Creeds is a fascinating one, as the great multitude of books upon it, published in late years, tends to show. Indeed the great difficulty to-day in dealing with the subject, lies in the very mass of the material to hand--and... Read Full Overview

Pagan and Christian Creeds: Their Origin and Meaning is a book written by Edward Carpenter that explores the similarities and differences between the pagan and Christian religions. The book delves into the history of both religions, examining the roots of their beliefs and practices... Read Full Overview

First published in 1921, this vintage book looks at paganism and Christianity, exploring their various connections and analysing where these similarities came from and what they mean. Edward Carpenter (1844 - 1929) was an English philosopher, poet, and pioneering activist for... Read Full Overview

""Pagan Initiations And The Second Birth"" by Edward Carpenter is a book that explores the concept of spiritual initiation in various pagan traditions. The author argues that these initiations are a means of achieving a ""second birth"" or spiritual awakening, and that they are... Read Full Overview

Edward Carpenter (29 August 1844 - 28 June 1929) was an English socialist poet, socialist philosopher, anthologist, and early gay activist.A leading figure in late 19th- and early 20th-century Britain, he was instrumental in the foundation of the Fabian Society and the Labour... Read Full Overview

Pagan Initiations And The Second Birth is a book written by Edward Carpenter that explores the concept of spiritual rebirth as it is understood and practiced in various pagan traditions. The book delves into the idea of initiation, which is a rite of passage that marks the transition... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

Edward Carpenter (29 August 1844 - 28 June 1929) was an English socialist poet, philosopher, anthologist, and early LGBT activist.A poet and writer, he was a close friend of Rabindranath Tagore, and a friend of Walt Whitman. He corresponded with many famous figures such as Annie... Read Full Overview

From the intro: "The subject of Religious Origins is a fascinating one, as the great multitude of books upon it, published in late years, tends to show. Indeed the great difficulty to-day in dealing with the subject, lies in the very mass of the material to hand-and that not... Read Full Overview

Pagan Initiations And The Second Birth is a book written by Edward Carpenter that explores the concept of spiritual rebirth and initiation within pagan traditions. The book delves into the rituals and practices of various pagan cultures, including ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt,... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview