Modern Messiahs And Wonder Workers (1889)

By William Oxley

Book Overview

Modern Messiahs and Wonder Workers is a book written by William Oxley in 1889. The book explores the concept of messiahs and wonder workers in the modern world, examining the lives and teachings of various individuals who have claimed to be divine or have performed miraculous acts. Oxley discusses the historical context of messianic and miraculous figures, tracing their origins back to ancient times and exploring their role in different cultures and religions. He then examines contemporary examples of individuals who have gained followings by claiming to be messiahs or wonder workers, including figures such as Madame Blavatsky and Rasputin.Throughout the book, Oxley offers critical analysis and commentary on these figures, questioning their claims and examining the motives behind their actions. He also explores the psychological and social factors that contribute to the rise of messianic and miraculous figures, and considers the impact that these individuals have on society and culture.Overall, Modern Messiahs and Wonder Workers provides a fascinating exploration of the phenomenon of messiahs and wonder workers in the modern world, offering insights into the human desire for spiritual guidance and the power of charismatic leaders.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: 1166972011
• ISBN13: 9781166972011
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 210 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"