{"product_id":"pagan-christian-creeds-edward-carpenter-9781396325304","title":"Pagan \u0026 Christian Creeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarpenter delves into the fascinating journey of religious evolution, from the earliest forms of worship and magic to the intricate doctrines of Paganism and Christianity. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book examines the psychological aspects behind the formation of religious rites, symbols, and deities, suggesting that these elements are deeply intertwined with the growth of human consciousness. Carpenter discusses various theories and schools of thought in religious study, including the worship of sun gods, earth and nature spirits, and the significant role of fear and self-consciousness in shaping religious experiences. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work stands out for its holistic approach, considering contributions from various perspectives and acknowledging the interconnectedness of Pagan and Christian traditions. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePagan \u0026amp; Christian Creeds is a must-read for those interested in the historical and psychological underpinnings of religious beliefs and their evolution over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Edward Carpenter\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1396325301\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781396325304\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Left of Brain Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/23\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 242\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.56lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.25w x 0.66d","brand":"Edward Carpenter","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45897783116031,"sku":"9781396325304","price":33.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_ad34e501-6a2e-4aeb-9c35-10b0316d196f.jpg?v=1721374736","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/pagan-christian-creeds-edward-carpenter-9781396325304","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}