Christianity The Basics
Christianity: The Basics by Bruce Chilton, published by Routledge in 2015, offers a concise introduction to the central pillars of the Christian faith and its extensive history. This edition spans 201 pages and is presented in English. The book explores key beliefs, practices, and emotions that have been significant throughout the centuries, including concepts such as Christ, the kingdom of heaven, and sin, as well as rituals like baptism and the Eucharist.
Readers will find a thorough examination of the major epochs of Christian history, highlighting both the unity and divisions shaped by recurrent symbols. The text delves into themes of joy, divine union, and self-denial, providing a comprehensive overview of Christian theology and its evolution. This work serves as an informative resource for those interested in understanding the complexities of Christianity and its impact on the world.
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Christianity: The Basics is a compelling introduction to both the central pillars of the Christian faith and the rich and varied history of this most global of global religions. This book traces the development of Christianity through an exploration of some of the key beliefs, practices and emotions which have been recurrent symbols through the centuries:
- Christ, the kingdom of heaven and sin
- Baptism, Eucharist and prayer
- Joy, divine union and self denial
Encompassing the major epochs of Christian history and examining the unity and divisions created by these symbols, Christianity: The Basics is both a concise and comprehensive introduction to the Christian tradition.
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