The Montanists, The Gnostics, And The Alexandrines (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425313180)

The Montanists, The Gnostics, And The Alexandrines is a scholarly book written by W. K. Fleming. The book explores the history and teachings of three religious movements that emerged in the early Christian era, namely the Montanists, the Gnostics, and the Alexandrines. The Montanists were a group of Christians who believed in the imminent return of Christ and the necessity of living a holy life. They were known for their ecstatic prophesying and strict moral code. The Gnostics, on the other hand, believed in a secret knowledge that could only be attained through spiritual enlightenment. They rejected the material world and saw the body as a prison for the soul. The Alexandrines were a group of Christian theologians who lived in Alexandria, Egypt, and were known for their intellectual and philosophical approach to Christianity.The book provides a detailed analysis of the beliefs and practices of each of these groups, as well as their impact on early Christianity. Fleming examines the writings of the Montanists, Gnostics, and Alexandrines, and compares them to the teachings of the Bible and the early Church Fathers. He also explores the controversies and debates that arose between these groups and the orthodox Christian church.Overall, The Montanists, The Gnostics, And The Alexandrines is a comprehensive and informative study of three important religious movements in early Christianity. It offers valuable insights into the diversity of beliefs and practices within the early Christian community and sheds light on the historical and cultural context in which these movements emerged.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mysticism in Christianity, by W. K. Fleming. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595773.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.

Author: W. K. Fleming
ISBN-10: 1425313183
ISBN-13: 9781425313180
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d