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The ancient world as a whole believed in the existence of a world
of spirits beyond, or alongside, the visible, tangible world. They
believed also that communications between these two worlds
frequently took place: everywhere we find diviners and prophets,
oracles and visionaries. First published in 1928, Sibyls and Seers
investigates the various aspects of this 'superstition' in the
Ancient Near East, in Homer, the Greek tragedians, and the myriad
religions of the Roman Empire. The theophanies of Yahweh in the Old
Testament - Enoch, Jeremiah, Ezekiel - are given some attention, as
is the tradition in Christian theology and literature: St Paul,
Pope Gregory the Great, Dionysius the Areopagite, and the
Scholastics. These lectures are clearly written, broad in scope and
full of insight for contemporary students of religion, theology and
anthropology.
First published in 1927, this title presents a well-regarded study
of this intriguing - and often over-looked - period of Egyptian
history for the general reader as well as the student of Hellenism.
Edwyn Bevan describes his work as 'an attempt to tell afresh the
story of a great adventure, Greek rule in the land of the
Pharaohs...the general outlines of the story, which ends with the
astounding episode of Cleopatra, will, it is hoped, here be made
plain'. The result is a remarkable synthesis of historical
scholarship, prose style and breadth of vision, which will still
prove to be of value to Egypt enthusiasts and students of
Egyptology.
First published in 1929, this title presents some reflections from
one of the leading cultural commenters of his day, Edwyn Bevan, on
the notoriously controversial subject of burgeoning Indian
Nationalism during the twilight of the British Empire. Bevan's
analysis of the peculiarities, tensions and divisive issues of the
Indian situation as it existed at the end of the 1920s is of
particular relevance today, as historians attempt to develop a
nuanced and, as far as possible, objective account of the differing
mentalities that proved so volatile. The argument proceeds with
reference to a range of seemingly disparate topics: the difference
between forward- and backward-looking nationalism, the physical
well-being of the average Indian, and religious ethos, to name only
three. This fascinating reissue will prove valuable to students of
Indian and colonial history, British foreign policy and the
politics of nationalism.
First published in 1940, this title presents four of the Gifford
Lectures in natural theology given by Edwyn Bevan in 1933: 'An
Inquiry into Idolatry and Image-Worship in Ancient Paganism and
Christianity'. Reference is made throughout all four lectures not
only to the conventional disputes in Western Christianity, but also
to the attitudes of Hebrew, Pagan, Patristic, Muslim and Eastern
thinkers towards the role of symbols and symbolism in worship. In
this way, a subject of perennial fascination and importance is
placed in a broad historical context, and innovative lines of
enquiry are developed with clarity and insight. Holy Images offers
an intriguing and easily accessible resource to students of
theology, comparative religion, religious anthropology and
philosophy.
First published in 1938, this title presents the greater part of
the 1933 Gifford Lectures in natural theology, given by Edwyn
Bevan. The questions raised regarding the element of symbolism in
religious conceptions takes the reader to the very heart of the
religious problem, and addresses some of the most fundamental
questions posed by theology and comparative religion: the nature of
'Spirit'; the spiritual efficacy of sacred histories and the images
they utilise, in particular those found in the Bible; the ambiguous
role of language, not only in relation to God but also to the world
around us; and the uncertainties pertaining to 'rationalism' and
'mysticism'. Symbolism and Belief offers the student of theology,
philosophy, scriptural exegesis and anthropology a wide-ranging
resource for the study of religious discourse.
First published in 1927, this title presents a well-regarded study
of this intriguing and often over-looked period of Egyptian
history, both for the general reader and the student of Hellenism.
Edwyn Bevan describes his work as 'an attempt to tell afresh the
story of a great adventure, Greek rule in the land of the
Pharaohs...which ends with the astounding episode of Cleopatra'.
The result is a remarkable synthesis of historical scholarship,
prose style and breadth of vision, which will still prove to be of
value to Egypt enthusiasts and students of Egyptology.
First published in 1940, this title presents four of the Gifford
Lectures in natural theology given by Edwyn Bevan in 1933: 'An
Inquiry into Idolatry and Image-Worship in Ancient Paganism and
Christianity'. Reference is made throughout all four lectures not
only to the conventional disputes in Western Christianity, but also
to the attitudes of Hebrew, Pagan, Patristic, Muslim and Eastern
thinkers towards the role of symbols and symbolism in worship. In
this way, a subject of perennial fascination and importance is
placed in a broad historical context, and innovative lines of
enquiry are developed with clarity and insight. Holy Images offers
an intriguing and easily accessible resource to students of
theology, comparative religion, religious anthropology and
philosophy.
First published in 1929, this title presents some reflections from
one of the leading cultural commenters of his day, Edwyn Bevan, on
the notoriously controversial subject of burgeoning Indian
Nationalism during the twilight of the British Empire. Bevan's
analysis of the peculiarities, tensions and divisive issues of the
Indian situation as it existed at the end of the 1920s is of
particular relevance today, as historians attempt to develop a
nuanced and, as far as possible, objective account of the differing
mentalities that proved so volatile. The argument proceeds with
reference to a range of seemingly disparate topics: the difference
between forward- and backward-looking nationalism, the physical
well-being of the average Indian, and religious ethos, to name only
three. This fascinating reissue will prove valuable to students of
Indian and colonial history, British foreign policy and the
politics of nationalism.
The ancient world as a whole believed in the existence of a world
of spirits beyond, or alongside, the visible, tangible world. They
believed also that communications between these two worlds
frequently took place: everywhere we find diviners and prophets,
oracles and visionaries. First published in 1928, Sibyls and Seers
investigates the various aspects of this 'superstition' in the
Ancient Near East, in Homer, the Greek tragedians, and the myriad
religions of the Roman Empire. The theophanies of Yahweh in the Old
Testament - Enoch, Jeremiah, Ezekiel - are given some attention, as
is the tradition in Christian theology and literature: St Paul,
Pope Gregory the Great, Dionysius the Areopagite, and the
Scholastics. These lectures are clearly written, broad in scope and
full of insight for contemporary students of religion, theology and
anthropology.
First published in 1938, this title presents the greater part of
the 1933 Gifford Lectures in natural theology, given by Edwyn
Bevan. The questions raised regarding the element of symbolism in
religious conceptions takes the reader to the very heart of the
religious problem, and addresses some of the most fundamental
questions posed by theology and comparative religion: the nature of
'Spirit'; the spiritual efficacy of sacred histories and the images
they utilise, in particular those found in the Bible; the ambiguous
role of language, not only in relation to God but also to the world
around us; and the uncertainties pertaining to 'rationalism' and
'mysticism'. Symbolism and Belief offers the student of theology,
philosophy, scriptural exegesis and anthropology a wide-ranging
resource for the study of religious discourse.
First published in 1921, this title examines the relationship
between what the author labels the 'rationalist' element in Western
culture on the one hand, derived from the ancient Greeks, and
Christianity, on the other. Bevan contends that these two
traditions are distinct, but not mutually exclusive, and that to
understand fully their mutuality and reciprocity it is necessary to
examine the distinct history of both: their individual provenances,
their fusion and interpenetration, and also, their future together.
The first chapter attempts to indicate the significance of Hellenic
culture in its relation to Eastern civilisation. The extinction of
Paganism at the time of Augustine is examined, as is a selection of
moral issues associated with the Christian life, as that is
interpreted by the author. Finally, the notion of 'progress' is
investigated with specific reference to the position of
Christianity in the modern world.
First published in 1921, this title examines the relationship
between what the author labels the 'rationalist' element in Western
culture on the one hand, derived from the ancient Greeks, and
Christianity, on the other. Bevan contends that these two
traditions are distinct, but not mutually exclusive, and that to
understand fully their mutuality and reciprocity it is necessary to
examine the distinct history of both: their individual provenances,
their fusion and interpenetration, and also, their future together.
The first chapter attempts to indicate the significance of Hellenic
culture in its relation to Eastern civilisation. The extinction of
Paganism at the time of Augustine is examined, as is a selection of
moral issues associated with the Christian life, as that is
interpreted by the author. Finally, the notion of 'progress' is
investigated with specific reference to the position of
Christianity in the modern world.
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