The Mediaeval Legend Of Judas Iscariot (1916)

By Paull Franklin Baum

Book Overview

The Mediaeval Legend of Judas Iscariot, written by Paull Franklin Baum and published in 1916, is a detailed exploration of the medieval legend surrounding one of the most infamous figures in Christian history. Baum delves into the many variations of the story of Judas Iscariot, the disciple who betrayed Jesus Christ for thirty pieces of silver, as it was told and retold throughout the Middle Ages.The book examines the various sources of the legend, including the Bible, the apocryphal Gospels, and other religious texts, as well as the influence of folklore and popular culture on the development of the story. Baum also provides a historical context for the legend, exploring the political and religious climate of the time and the ways in which the Judas story was used to reinforce certain theological and social beliefs.Throughout the book, Baum analyzes the different interpretations of Judas Iscariot and his motivations, as well as the ways in which the legend has been used to explore larger themes such as sin, redemption, and the nature of evil. He also examines the many artistic representations of Judas throughout history, including paintings, sculptures, and literary works.Overall, The Mediaeval Legend of Judas Iscariot offers a fascinating and comprehensive look at one of the most enduring and complex legends in Christian history, and is an essential read for anyone interested in religious studies, medieval history, or folklore.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: 1165665530
• ISBN13: 9781165665532
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"