History of religion Books

Devotion to the Five Wounds of Jesus has long been one of the most popular forms of Catholic spirituality. David Williams traces the roots of this devotion in Holy Scripture: the words of the prophets foretell the suffering Christ, while the New...

In the months before Isaac's birth, his father was in prison once again. His mother was forced into having an abortion, though seven months pregnant, because she was carrying the child of an enemy of the state. After desperate prayer, the night before...

The Refutation of All Heresies (ca. 225 CE) is a treasure-trove of ancient philosophy, astrology, medicine, magic, Gnostic thought, numerology, heresiography, ecclesial politics, and early Christian studies in general. Offered here for the first time in...

Stephen Nichols traces the changing face of Jesus throughout the successive cultural eras in American history. Beginning with the Puritans and ending with the Religious Right, he demonstrates the influence of popular culture upon American Christian views...

Oskar Skarsaune gives us a new look into the development of the early church and its practice by showing us the evidence of interaction between the early Christians and rabbinic Judaism. He offers numerous fascinating episodes and glimpses into this...

This sourcebook casts a new and clear light on Jewish women as individuals throughout history, setting them firmly within the context of their own cultural and historical periods. Hundreds of biographical entries provide specifics on women from...

With roots stretching to before the Civil War, the National Convocation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) today serves as the connection between African Americans and the Stone-Campbell Movement. Founders of the African American Convention...

St Jude's in Carlton is now one of the largest and most diverse parishes in the Anglican Diocese of Melbourne. But, like the suburb of which it is a part, the church has gone through hard times as well as good times.People of the Risen King tells the...

Rekindle Virginia, The Flames of Revival, a new book compiled by Dorothy "Dot" Dalton is now available. It is a workbook that is easy to read, formatted with bullets, pictures, maps and graphs. For more information go to the web site www.rekindleva.com...

Examines a series of powerful artifacts traditionally associated with King Solomon, largely via extra-canonical textual sources--Solomon’s ring, bottles to contain evil forces, the so-called Solomon’s knot, a shamir, and a flying carpet--and...

In this fascinating biography of Louis Massignon, Mary Louise Gude introduces a new audience to the eminent French Orientalist who dominated the field of Islamic studies for over 60 years. Drawn from Massignon's own writings as well as other primary...

Balancing theology with literary criticism, this work explores the comic vision in the works of four American novelists, Flannery O'Connor, Walker Percy, John Updike and Peter De Vries.

The Warrant and Nature of Faith in Christ Considered: With Some Reference to the Various Controversies on That Subject is a book written by Thomas Scott and originally published in 1819. The book explores the concept of faith in Christ and its role in...

The Wandering Jew is a novel written by William Edward Long and first published in 1883. The story revolves around the legend of the Wandering Jew, a mythical figure who was cursed by Jesus Christ to wander the earth until the Second Coming. The novel...

""The Voice Of Our Congregations: Or Responsive Services, Without Prepared Prayers, For The Churches Of Christ"" is a book written by J.W.C. Drane and published in 1858. The book provides a collection of responsive services for use in Christian churches...

The Veracity Of The Gospels And Acts Of The Apostles: Argued From The Undesigned Coincidences (1829) is a book written by John James Blunt. The book argues for the historical accuracy and reliability of the four Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles in...

The Two Knights of the Swan, Lohengrin and Helyas: A Study of the Legend of the Swan-Knight is a book written by Robert Jaffray and published in 1910. The book is a detailed analysis of the legend of the Swan-Knight, focusing on two of the most famous...

""The Two Christian Faiths of the World: Or What Is The Faith Which Was Once Delivered Unto The Saints?"" is a book written by W. Macintosh in 1870. The book explores the two main branches of Christianity, Catholicism and Protestantism, and examines...

The True Worshippers: According To The Ritual Of The Church Of England is a book written by Isaac Wood in 1867. The book is a comprehensive guide to the worship practices of the Church of England, providing a detailed description of the rituals and...

The True Text of the Holy Scriptures is a book written by Herman Heinfetter and published in 1861. The book is a scholarly work that seeks to establish the most accurate and reliable text of the Bible. Heinfetter argues that many previous translations...

The True Catholicism: Revealing The Breadth And Comprehensiveness Of The New Christian Church is a book written by Benjamin Fiske Barrett in 1886. The book explores the concept of Catholicism in the context of the New Christian Church, a religious...

""The Triumphs Of The Cross, Second Series: Tales Of Christian Endurance"" is a book written by John Mason Neale and published in 1846. This book is a collection of stories about individuals who have shown great faith and endurance in the face of...

The Trinity Church Catechism Of The Chief Things Which A Christian Ought To Know And Believe To His Soul�������s Health is a book written by Morgan Dix and originally published in 1884. The book is a catechism, which means it is a set of questions and...

The Trinity Hymnal: With Offices Of Devotion For Sunday And Parish Schools (1870) is a book of hymns and devotional material compiled by Pott and Amery. The book contains a collection of hymns that can be used for worship services, as well as offices of...

The Three Temples Of The One God is a book written by Samuel Hinds, first published in 1857. The book explores the similarities and differences between the three Abrahamic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Hinds examines the history, beliefs,...

""The Thirty-Nine Articles V2, Articles 9-39: Their History And Explanation"" is a book written by Beresford James Kidd in 1899. The book is a detailed analysis of the Thirty-Nine Articles of Religion, which were originally established by the Church of...

The Testimony Of The Gods: An Essay (1881) is a thought-provoking book written by Castleton. The book explores the concept of religion and its impact on human civilization. It delves into the idea that religion is not just a human invention, but rather a...

""The Temporal Prospects Of Israel Unsettled: In Answer To The Objections Of Edward Swaine"" is a book written by W. C. Yonge in 1850. The book is a response to the objections raised by Edward Swaine regarding the temporal prospects of Israel. The author...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

The Sword and the Cross is a historical novel written by John Osmond Dakeyne and published in 1853. The novel is set in medieval Europe and follows the story of a young knight named Sir Guy de Lusignan. Sir Guy is a devout Christian who is torn between...

The book titled ""The Supernatural In Christianity: With Special Reference To Statement In The Recent Gifford Lectures (1894)"" is authored by Robert Rainy. The book explores the concept of supernaturalism in Christianity, with a particular focus on the...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

The Substance Of Several Sermons Upon The Subjects Of Episcopacy And Presbyterian Parity is a book written by Gamaliel Smith Olds in 1815. The book is a collection of sermons that discuss the differences between the Episcopalian and Presbyterian churches...

The Struggle For Justice: An Interpretation Of Religion History is a book written by Louis Wallis and first published in 1916. The book explores the history of religion and its relationship with justice, arguing that the two are closely intertwined...

The Spiritual Point-Of-View Or The Glass Reversed: An Answer To Bishop Colenso (1863) is a book written by Milo Mahan. The book is a response to Bishop Colenso's criticisms of the Bible and Christianity. Mahan argues that Colenso's objections are based...

The Religion, Discipline and Rites of the Church of England is a comprehensive guide to the practices and beliefs of the Church of England, written by John Cosin in 1882. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of the Church of...

The Religion of Time and the Religion of Eternity is a book written by Philip Henry Wicksteed in 1899. The book is a study of certain relations between medieval and modern thought, specifically examining the religious ideas of time and eternity...

The Religion of the World is a book written by Henry Stone Leigh in 1869. The book is a comprehensive study of the world's religions, exploring their history, beliefs, and practices. Leigh provides an in-depth analysis of various religions, including...

The Religion Of The Society Of Friends is a book written by Thomas Clarkson in 1876. It is a comprehensive study of the religious beliefs and practices of the Quakers, also known as the Society of Friends. The book explores the history and evolution of...

The Prophet Jonas is a book written by William Tyndale in 1863. It is a comprehensive guide to understanding the biblical figure of Jonah, and also provides insights into the proper use of scripture. The book includes an introduction that provides...