Description

Christian Profiles: In A Pagan Mirror is a book written by Joseph Parker and originally published in 1898. The book explores the relationship between Christianity and paganism, particularly in terms of how Christian beliefs and practices have been influenced by pagan traditions. Parker examines various aspects of Christian theology and ritual, such as the concept of sin, the idea of redemption, and the celebration of Christmas, and traces their roots back to pagan beliefs and practices. He argues that Christianity has been shaped by its interactions with pagan cultures throughout history, and that this has led to a rich and diverse religious tradition. The book is written in a scholarly style, with extensive footnotes and references to primary sources, and is intended for readers with a strong interest in religious history and theology. Overall, Christian Profiles: In A Pagan Mirror offers a fascinating look at the complex and often surprising ways in which Christianity has been influenced by pagan beliefs and practices over the centuries.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.