The Devil: His Origin, Greatness and Decadence
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ISBN10: 1162740558
ISBN13: 9781162740553
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 62
Weight: 0.21
Height: 0.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781162740553
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 62
Weight: 0.21
Height: 0.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Devil: His Origin, Greatness and Decadence by Albert Reville is a comprehensive exploration of the history and mythology surrounding one of the most infamous figures in human history. The book delves into the origins of the Devil as a concept, tracing its roots through various religious and cultural traditions, and examining how it has evolved over time. Reville explores the Devil's role in Christianity, Judaism, Islam, and other faiths, as well as its influence on literature, art, and popular culture. The book also delves into the psychology of evil and the human fascination with darkness and temptation. Reville's writing is engaging and accessible, making this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, mythology, or the human psyche. Whether you are a scholar, a student, or simply a curious reader, The Devil: His Origin, Greatness and Decadence is a fascinating and thought-provoking read.One of the works by Reville, a French Protestant theologian. After studying at Geneva and Strassburg, he became pastor at Lunerai near Dieppe, and of the Walloon Church at Rotterdam. In 1880 he was made professor of the history of religions in the College de France at Paris. Six years later he was appointed president of the section of religious studies in the ficole des hautes etudes at the Sorbonne. He is one of the leaders of the French school of advanced critical theology.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.
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