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A Treatise On The Soul

A Treatise On The Soul

Tertullian

Hardcover

PhilosophyGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1161419411
ISBN13: 9781161419412
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 122
Weight: 0.95
Height: 0.31 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
A Treatise On The Soul is a philosophical and theological work written by Tertullian, a prominent early Christian writer and theologian who lived in the second and third centuries AD. The book explores the nature of the human soul and its relationship to the divine, drawing on both Christian and Platonic philosophical traditions.Tertullian begins by examining the origins of the soul, arguing that it is created by God and infused into the body at the moment of conception. He then explores the various functions of the soul, including its capacity for reason, emotion, and free will. Throughout the book, Tertullian emphasizes the importance of the soul's relationship to God, arguing that it is through this relationship that humans are able to achieve salvation and eternal life.The book also delves into a number of controversial topics, including the nature of the afterlife, the existence of angels and demons, and the problem of evil. Tertullian draws on a range of sources, including Scripture, classical philosophy, and his own personal experiences and observations, to develop his arguments and insights.Overall, A Treatise On The Soul is a rich and complex work that offers a unique perspective on the nature of the human soul and its relationship to the divine. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in early Christian theology and philosophy, as well as those seeking a deeper understanding of the nature of the self and its place in the world.Besides, it would be a harsh and absurd proceeding to exempt anything from the class cf corporeal beings, on the ground that it is not exactly like the other constituents of that class. And where individual creature's possess various properties, does not this variety in works of the same class indicate the greatness of the Creator, in making them at the same time different and yet like, amicable yet rivals?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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