The Morals Of Christ: A Comparison With Contemporaneous Systems (1885)

By Austin Bierbower

Book Overview

The Morals of Christ: A Comparison with Contemporaneous Systems is a book written in 1885 by Austin Bierbower. The book is a comparative study of the moral teachings of Jesus Christ and other contemporary systems of morality prevalent during his time. The author examines the moral principles of various ancient civilizations, including the Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, and Chinese, and compares them with the teachings of Jesus Christ as recorded in the New Testament. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of morality such as justice, mercy, love, and forgiveness. Bierbower argues that the moral teachings of Jesus Christ were unique and superior to those of other contemporary systems, and that they continue to be relevant and applicable even today. The author also explores the historical and cultural context in which Jesus lived and taught, and provides insights into the social and political conditions of his time. He examines the influence of Judaism, Greek philosophy, and Roman law on the moral teachings of Jesus, and discusses the impact of Christianity on Western civilization. The Morals of Christ is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a fresh perspective on the moral teachings of Jesus Christ. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in comparative religion, philosophy, or ethics, and provides a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural context in which Christianity emerged.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: 1166169111
• ISBN13: 9781166169114
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"