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The Dioscuri in the Christian Legends

The Dioscuri in the Christian Legends

Harris, J. Rendel

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Ancient GreeceFiction AnthologiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1162633638
ISBN13: 9781162633633
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 68
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.14 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The book The Dioscuri in the Christian Legends by J. Rendel Harris explores the concept of the Dioscuri, the twin brothers Castor and Pollux from Greek and Roman mythology, in Christian legends. The author examines the various ways in which the Dioscuri were incorporated into Christian traditions and beliefs throughout history. The book delves into the origins of the Dioscuri in pagan mythology, their role in early Christianity, and their influence on Christian art and iconography. The author also explores the significance of the Dioscuri in the context of Christian theology and the development of Christian doctrine. Through a comprehensive analysis of historical and literary sources, the book provides a unique perspective on the intersection of pagan and Christian beliefs and practices. Overall, The Dioscuri in the Christian Legends offers a fascinating exploration of the role of ancient mythology in shaping Christian traditions and beliefs.1903. Harris, Professor of Biblical Languages at Cambridge, was one of the leading luminaries in bringing forth the ancient Syriac Bible (and many other ancient Syriac Biblical manuscripts). He spent as much time in the Middle East as possible. Contents: Florus and Laurus; Judas Thomas; Protasius and Gervasius; Speusippus, Elasippus and Mesippus; and S. Kastoulos and S. Polyeuctes. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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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