The Idea of God in Early Religions

F. B. Jevons

Beschreibung

In "The Idea of God in Early Religions," F. B. Jevons meticulously explores the evolution of the concept of divinity across ancient cultures. Employing a comparative approach, Jevons delves into a variety of religious traditions, illuminating how early societies constructed and understood their gods within the broader context of human experience. His analytical prose weaves together anthropological insights and philological methods, offering a kaleidoscopic view of religious belief that reflects the complexity of human thought. The book provides a nuanced understanding of how early religions shaped societal norms and individual beliefs, making it a foundational text in the study of comparative religion. F. B. Jevons, a distinguished scholar of religious studies and anthropology, drew upon his extensive background in philosophy and theology to articulate these ideas. His academic pursuits were deeply influenced by the burgeoning interest in the anthropological study of religion during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This context afforded him the opportunity to examine the intersections of culture and belief, leading him to challenge conventional notions of the divine and advocate for a more nuanced understanding of early religious thought. Jevons's "The Idea of God in Early Religions" is an essential read for scholars and enthusiasts alike who seek to uncover the complexities of ancient spiritualities. Its rich analysis and insightful comparisons foster a deeper appreciation for the multifaceted nature of humanity's quest for meaning. Readers will find themselves engaged in a thought-provoking journey that not only informs but also challenges preconceived notions about the divine in early religious narratives.

Verfügbar seit: 16.09.2022.

Drucklänge: 102 Seiten.

Religion

Weitere Bücher, die Sie mögen werden

The Girl in the Gatehouse

Julie Klassen

Miss Mariah Aubrey, banished after a scandal, hides herself away in a long-abandoned gatehouse on the far edge of a distant relative's estate. There, she supports herself and her loyal servant the only way she knows how--by writing novels in secret. 
 
Captain Matthew Bryant, returning to England successful and wealthy after the Napoleonic wars, leases an impressive estate from a cash-poor nobleman, determined to show the society beauty who once rejected him what a colossal mistake she made. When he discovers an old gatehouse on the property, he is immediately intrigued by its striking young inhabitant and sets out to uncover her identity, and her past. But the more he learns about her, the more he realizes he must distance himself. Falling in love with an outcast would ruin his well-laid plans.  
 
The old gatehouse holds secrets of its own. Can Mariah and Captain Bryant uncover them before the cunning heir to the estate buries them forever?

Zum Buch

Shadows of Swanford Abbey

Julie Klassen

Agatha Christie meets Jane Austen in this atmospheric Regency tale brimming with mystery, intrigue, and romance. 
		 
When Miss Rebecca Lane returns to her home village after a few years away, her brother begs for a favor: go to nearby Swanford Abbey and deliver his manuscript to an author staying there who could help him get published. Feeling responsible for her brother's desperate state, she reluctantly agrees. 
 
The medieval monastery turned grand hotel is rumored to be haunted. Once there, Rebecca begins noticing strange things, including a figure in a hooded black gown gliding silently through the abbey's cloisters. For all its renovations and veneer of luxury, the ancient foundations seem to echo with whispers of the past--including her own. For there she encounters Sir Frederick--magistrate, widower, and former neighbor--who long ago broke her heart. 
 
When the famous author is found murdered in the abbey, Sir Frederick begins questioning staff and guests and quickly discovers that several people held grudges against the man, including Miss Lane and her brother. Haunted by a painful betrayal in his past, Sir Frederick searches for answers but is torn between his growing feelings for Rebecca and his pursuit of the truth. For Miss Lane is clearly hiding something. . . .

Zum Buch

Heart of the Family

Margaret Daley

Savor again this classic tale about creating family where you find it, from top selling author Margaret Daley.Women, Dr. Jacob Hartman knows, are a mystery. Take the first time he meets social worker Hannah Smith at the Stone Refuge home for foster children. The woman stares him down as if he’d come at her with castor oil. Why? His past is full of heavy-duty heartache, but he is positive they’ve never met. As a former foster child himself, Jacob is deeply touched by how much she cares about the kids at the home, how loving she is—to everyone but him. Can he convince Hannah to give him a second chance? Originally published 2007

Zum Buch

The Guardian's Honor

Marta Perry

A single mother finds love and family when a military man takes her under his wing in this inspirational romance. 
 
Coast Guard officer Adam Bodine finally finds his long-vanished great-uncle. But the secretive elderly man has adopted some new kin . . . single mother Cathy Norwood and her disabled little boy. Adam is grateful when Cathy convinces his relative to reunite with the Bodines. Until he learns why she’s so eager. Though his heartstrings are tugged by their plight, he knows he doesn’t deserve them in his life—not with his past. Unless one big extended family can teach Lieutenant Bodine something about love and honor.

Zum Buch

The Cynthia Freeman Collection...

Cynthia Freeman

From a New York Times–bestselling author: Three epic historical novels that bring to life the spirit of the Jewish immigrant experience in America.  New York Times–bestselling author Cynthia Freeman is beloved for her multigenerational sagas of Jewish immigrant families in America, including her sensational debut, A World Full of Strangers, which sold more than a million copies. The three novels collected here center on ordinary, heroic women who journey across the ocean in search of opportunity, finding both community and adversity, family togetherness and private grief, tragedy and triumph.  A World Full of Strangers: In 1932, Polish immigrant Katie Kovitz is embraced by the Jewish community of the Lower East Side. But after marrying a man who rejects his heritage, she struggles to reclaim her lost identity in this sensational debut novel.  Portraits: In this New York Times bestseller, Esther Sandsonitsky leaves her abusive husband and journeys to the United States in order to capture a piece of the American dream for her children—including Jacob, the son she was forced to leave behind.  No Time for Tears: “This impassioned novel follows its heroine, Chavala Landau, from turn-of-the-century Russia to Palestine and on to the United States, where she carves out a financial empire in the diamond industry before returning to Jerusalem in 1948” (The New York Times).

Zum Buch

Mistletoe Prayers

Betsy St. Amant, Marta Perry

THE BODINE FAMILY CHRISTMAS By Marta PerryLeft at the altar on Christmas Eve, Annabel Bodine has lost her holiday spirit. When her big brother brings home handsome Coast Guard buddy Travis McCall, can she summon the courage to open her heart to love for the holidaysand maybe for a lifetime?THE GINGERBREAD SEASON By Betsy St. AmantAllie James returns to her hometown in need of a holiday job. Never did she expect old boyfriend Jordan Walker to hire her as his secretary! Years ago Jordan shredded her heart like wrapping paper. Now he must convince Allie that all he wants for Christmas is her love.

Zum Buch