Publisher's Synopsis
""The Question Of Paul's Indebtedness To The Mystery Religions For Characteristic Terms And Ideas"" by Henry C. Sheldon is a scholarly work that explores the possible influence of the mystery religions on the Apostle Paul's use of certain terms and ideas in his writings. The book examines the similarities and differences between Paul's theology and the beliefs and practices of the mystery religions, which were popular in the Mediterranean world during the first century CE. The author analyzes passages from Paul's letters and compares them to texts from the mystery religions, such as the Eleusinian Mysteries and the cult of Isis. Through this comparative analysis, Sheldon seeks to determine whether Paul was influenced by the mystery religions and, if so, to what extent. The book is a valuable resource for scholars of early Christianity and the history of religion, as well as anyone interested in the relationship between Christianity and the mystery religions of the ancient world.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mystery Religions and the New Testament, by Henry C. Sheldon. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564594602.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.
