English Conferences of Ernest Renan: Rome and Christianity. Marcus Aurelius
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| Author | Renan, Ernest, 1823-1892 |
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| Translator | Waters, Clara Erskine Clement, 1834-1916 |
| LoC No. | 33020365 |
| Title | English Conferences of Ernest Renan: Rome and Christianity. Marcus Aurelius |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "English Conferences of Ernest Renan: Rome and Christianity. Marcus Aurelius" is a historical account of lectures presented by Ernest Renan, translated by Clara Erskine Clement, written in the late 19th century. This work comprises a series of conferences discussing the intertwined histories of Christianity and Rome, as well as reflections on Marcus Aurelius. The book explores the profound cultural and philosophical impacts of the Roman Empire on Christianity, highlighting the contributions of various figures and ideas that shaped early Christian thought. The opening of the work introduces Renan's perspective on the uniqueness of Christianity and its deep roots in Roman culture. He articulates the responsibilities of faith and scholarship, asserting that the pursuit of truth transcends fear of theological consequences. Renan emphasizes the importance of understanding Christianity as a dynamic force emerging from the historical context of Judaism and influenced by the broader cultural milieu of the Roman Empire. He outlines the early development of Christian thought and the significant role of Rome in disseminating and establishing ecclesiastical authority, setting the stage for the detailed exploration of these themes in the ensuing conferences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity |
| Subject | Marcus Aurelius, Emperor of Rome, 121-180 |
| Subject | Church history -- Primitive and early church, ca. 30-600 |
| Subject | Catholic Church |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42865 |
| Release Date | Jun 3, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 79 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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