St. Paul And The Mystery Religions (1917)

By John Franklin Troupe

Book Overview

St. Paul and the Mystery Religions is a book written by John Franklin Troupe and published in 1917. The book explores the connections between the Apostle Paul and the mystery religions of the ancient world. Troupe argues that Paul was influenced by these religions, which were popular in the Mediterranean region during the time of the Roman Empire. The book examines the similarities between the teachings of Paul and the mystery religions, including their emphasis on salvation and the afterlife. Troupe also discusses the influence of Hellenistic philosophy on Paul's theology and how it shaped his understanding of Christianity. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between Paul and the mystery religions, shedding light on the cultural and religious context in which Christianity emerged. Overall, St. Paul and the Mystery Religions is a valuable resource for scholars and students interested in the history of Christianity and its relationship to other religions of the ancient world.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: 1437036376
• ISBN13: 9781437036374
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"