The Preparation For Christianity In The Ancient World

By Robert Mark Wenley

Book Overview

The Preparation For Christianity In The Ancient World is a book written by R. M. Wenley that explores the historical and cultural context in which Christianity emerged. The book examines the religious and philosophical traditions of the ancient world, including Judaism, Hellenism, and Gnosticism, and how these traditions influenced the development of Christianity.Wenley argues that Christianity did not emerge in a vacuum, but rather was the result of a long process of cultural and intellectual evolution. He explores the ways in which early Christian thinkers drew upon the ideas and beliefs of their predecessors, and how they adapted these ideas to create a distinctively Christian worldview.The book also examines the social and political context in which Christianity emerged, including the Roman Empire and the rise of Christianity as a political and cultural force. Wenley explores the ways in which Christianity challenged and transformed the existing social and political structures of the ancient world.Overall, The Preparation For Christianity In The Ancient World is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the intellectual and cultural context in which Christianity emerged, and the ways in which it shaped and was shaped by the ancient world. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of religious history, philosophy, and theology.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: 1163085170
• ISBN13: 9781163085172
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 178 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"