The Christ Myth: A Study (1900)

By Elizabeth Edson Gibson Evans

Book Overview

The Christ Myth: A Study is a historical and critical analysis of the origins and development of the Christian religion, written by Elizabeth Edson Gibson Evans and originally published in 1900. The book challenges the traditional Christian belief in the historical existence of Jesus Christ as a divine figure and instead argues that the story of Jesus is a mythological construct that evolved over time from various religious and cultural traditions.Evans draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and comparative mythology, to support her thesis. She examines the similarities between the story of Jesus and other mythological figures, such as Osiris, Mithras, and Dionysus, and argues that these similarities suggest a common origin for the Christ myth.The book also explores the historical context in which Christianity emerged, including the political and social factors that contributed to its growth and development. Evans argues that Christianity was a product of its time and place, and that its success was due in large part to its ability to adapt to changing circumstances and incorporate elements from other religions and cultures.Despite its controversial subject matter, The Christ Myth: A Study was well-received by many scholars and intellectuals of its time, and continues to be an important work in the field of religious studies. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the origins and evolution of Christianity, as well as the broader question of how religious beliefs and traditions are created and transmitted.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: 1165081164
• ISBN13: 9781165081165
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"