9781331494041 - The World-View of the Fourth Gospel: A Genetic Study (Classic Reprint) de Wearing, Thomas (3 resultados)

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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a captivating study of the Fourth Gospel, an influential biblical text that plays a significant role in understanding the early Christian worldview. The author delves into the intellectual universe inhabited by the Gospel's writers, exploring themes of worldviews and their influence on religious thought. The book places the Gospel within its historical context, examining the philosophical and religious ideas prevalent in the Hellenistic period. It explores the influences of Stoicism, Epicureanism, Skepticism, and Gnosticism on early Christianity, highlighting the distinctive characteristics of the Johannine worldview. The author analyzes the Gospel's narrative, revealing its unique depiction of the universe, its origins, structure, and destiny. Key concepts such as light, darkness, life, and death are examined, along with the role of the Logos as the divine agent of creation. The book delves into the Gospel's portrayal of the relationship between the heavenly and earthly realms, shedding light on its transformative view of human existence. Ultimately, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the Johannine worldview, shedding light on the Gospel's profound insights into the nature of reality, the human condition, and the path to salvation. It is a valuable resource for scholars, theologians, and anyone interested in exploring the origins and evolution of early Christian thought. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.