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Sibyls and Seers: A Survey of Some Ancient Theories of Revelation and Inspiration

Sibyls and Seers: A Survey of Some Ancient Theories of Revelation and Inspiration

Bevan, Edwyn

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Comparative ReligionAncient History GeneralFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162611758
ISBN13: 9781162611754
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 188
Weight: 0.96
Height: 0.40 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Sibyls and Seers: A Survey of Some Ancient Theories of Revelation and Inspiration is a book written by Edwyn Bevan. The book explores the various ancient theories of revelation and inspiration, focusing on the roles of sibyls and seers in these theories. The author examines the works of ancient philosophers, poets, and historians, including Plato, Aristotle, Virgil, and Tacitus, among others. The book also discusses the role of religion in ancient times and how it influenced the ideas of revelation and inspiration. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the different theories and ideas and analyzes their relevance in modern times. The book is written in a scholarly yet accessible style and is suitable for readers interested in ancient philosophy, religion, and history.1929. This volume embodies, with some additional matter, six lectures given in Oxford on the Speaker's Foundation for Biblical Studies during Hilary term and Trinity term 1927. Contents: belief in a spirit world; travelers beyond the Bourne; epiphanies and ghosts; voice and the letter; god in the breast; ecstasy and dream.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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