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Arnobius Against The Heathen V6

Arnobius Against The Heathen V6

Arnobius

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Religion General General Christianity

ISBN10: 1419107631
ISBN13: 9781419107634
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 17 2004
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.22
Height: 0.10 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Arnobius Against The Heathen V6 is a book written by Arnobius, a Christian apologist who lived in the 4th century AD. The book is part of a larger work known as Adversus Gentes or Against the Heathen, which was written to defend Christianity against the criticisms and objections of pagan philosophers and intellectuals. In this volume, Arnobius addresses a variety of topics related to Christian theology and philosophy. He discusses the nature of God, the problem of evil, the origins of the world, and the role of human beings in the divine plan. He also critiques the beliefs and practices of pagan religions, arguing that they are based on superstition and falsehood.Throughout the book, Arnobius draws on a wide range of sources, including the Bible, classical literature, and contemporary philosophical debates. He uses logical arguments and rhetorical strategies to persuade his readers of the truth of Christianity and the errors of pagan belief.Overall, Arnobius Against The Heathen V6 is a fascinating and insightful work that sheds light on the early Christian church and its engagement with the wider intellectual world of the time. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian thought and the development of Western philosophy.And so unmindful and forgetful of what the substance and origin of the images are, you, men, rational beings(6) and endowed with the gift of wisdom and discretion, sink down before pieces of baked earthenware, adore plates of copper, beg from the teeth of elephants good health, magistracies, sovereignties, power, victories, acquisitions, gains, very good harvests, and very rich vintages; and while it is plain and clear that you are speaking to senseless things, you think that you are heard, and bring yourselves into disgrace of your own accord, by vainly and credulously deceiving yourselves.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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