Philo's Contribution To Religion (1919)

By H.A.A. Kennedy

Book Overview

Philo's Contribution to Religion (1919) by Harry A. A. Kennedy is a scholarly work that explores the contributions of Philo, a Hellenistic Jewish philosopher who lived in Alexandria during the first century CE, to the development of religion. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Philo's life, works, and philosophical ideas, and examines his influence on the development of Judaism and Christianity.Kennedy begins by introducing Philo and his background, discussing his education, family, and social status. He then delves into Philo's works, providing an overview of his major writings and their themes, such as the nature of God, the relationship between God and humanity, and the role of reason and faith in religious life.The book also explores Philo's influence on the development of Judaism, particularly his role in the formation of Jewish mysticism and his contributions to the development of the Jewish philosophical tradition. Kennedy also examines Philo's impact on early Christianity, discussing his influence on the development of Christian theology and his role in shaping the early Christian understanding of the nature of Jesus Christ.Overall, Philo's Contribution to Religion provides a detailed and insightful analysis of Philo's life and works, and offers a valuable resource for scholars and students of religion, philosophy, and history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164020730
• ISBN13: 9781164020738
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 258 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"