The Sacred Classics Defended And Illustrated (1725)
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ISBN10: 1104504790
ISBN13: 9781104504793
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 10 2009
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.79 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781104504793
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 10 2009
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.79 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Sacred Classics Defended and Illustrated is a book written by Anthony Blackwall in 1725. The book is an extensive defense and explanation of the classics of ancient Greek and Roman literature, which were highly regarded in the 18th century. Blackwall argues that these works are not only important for their literary value but also for their moral and philosophical teachings. He defends the classics against those who criticize them as pagan or immoral, arguing that they can be read in a Christian context and that they contain valuable lessons for modern readers. The book is divided into three parts, with the first focusing on the value of the classics, the second on their moral teachings, and the third on their philosophical teachings. Blackwall draws on a wide range of classical literature, including works by Homer, Virgil, and Plato, to support his arguments. The Sacred Classics Defended and Illustrated is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the classics of ancient Greek and Roman literature and their place in Western culture.Or An Essay Humbly Offered Towards Proving The Purity, Propriety, And True Eloquence Of The Writers Of The New Testament. In Two Parts. 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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