The Origins Of Christianity (1909)

The Origins of Christianity is a historical book written by Charles Bigg in 1909. The book explores the early origins of Christianity, tracing its roots back to the ancient world of Judaism and the Roman Empire. Bigg provides a detailed examination of the religious, social, and political factors that contributed to the rise of Christianity, including the influence of Greek philosophy and the emergence of new religious movements.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Christianity's development. The first chapter discusses the Jewish background of Christianity, examining the cultural and religious traditions that shaped the early Christian movement. The following chapters explore the Roman Empire's impact on Christianity, including the persecution of Christians and the spread of the faith throughout the empire.Throughout the book, Bigg provides a comprehensive analysis of the key figures and events that shaped Christianity's early history, including the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, the writings of the apostles, and the early Christian communities that emerged in the first century AD. He also examines the various theological debates and controversies that arose within the early Christian church, such as the nature of Christ, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the concept of salvation.Overall, The Origins of Christianity is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and its development in the ancient world. It provides a thorough and detailed account of the early Christian movement, shedding light on the social, cultural, and political factors that contributed to its rise and influence.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.