Renan's Antichrist

by Ernest Renan

Book Overview

Renan's Antichrist is a book written by Joseph-Ernest Renan that delves into the concept of the Antichrist in Christianity. The book explores the origins of the idea of the Antichrist, its evolution throughout history, and its significance in contemporary society. Renan argues that the concept of the Antichrist has been used as a tool of oppression and control, and that it has been misinterpreted and manipulated for political purposes. He also explores the relationship between the Antichrist and the figure of Jesus Christ, and how they are intertwined in the Christian tradition. Renan's Antichrist is a thought-provoking and insightful book that challenges readers to rethink their understanding of this important concept in Christianity.1899. Found in this book is a translation of Renan's L'Antechrist, the fourth volume of his magnum opus, Les Origines de la Christianisme. Contents: Paul in captivity at Rome; Peter at Rome; state of the churches in Judaea, death of James; last activities of Paul; approach of the crisis; burning of Rome; massacre of the Christians, Nero's aesthetics; death of St. Peter and St. Paul; morrow of the crisis; revolution in Judaea; massacres in Syria and Egypt; Vespasian in Galilee, reign of terror at Jerusalem, flight of the Christians; death of Nero; plagues and prognostics; apostles in Asia; apocalypse; fortunes of the book; advent of the Flavians; destruction of Jerusalem; consequences of the ruin of Jerusalem.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162604190
• ISBN13: 9781162604190
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 1.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 11.0" x 8.3"