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Altre immaginiBiography of Satan: Exposing the Origins of the Devil
Graves, Kersey; Tice, Paul (Foreword); Gauvin, Marshall (Foreword)
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Da: Gargoyle Books, IOBA, La Mesa, CA, U.S.A.Gargoyle Books, IOBA
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Condizione: Usato - Ottimo
EUR 22,16
EUR 5,59 spedizioneSpedito in U.S.A.Quantità: 1 disponibili
Soft cover. Condizione: Fine. No Jacket. Fifth Edition. Tantalizing exploration of the origins of contemporary notions of the Devil, comparing Biblical & other historical texts. In 158 pages with Index & 2 Forewords. From the estate of a native Hawaiian medicine man/magician/medium/healer in San Diego who has passed to the other… side, this is a new 1999 trade paperback, the Fifth Edition of a book republished from the 1924 fourth edition (no original publication date). In green decorative wrappers, it is in Fine condition: as clean, bright, & unmarked as Brand New! Our photos depict the exact book you will receive, never "stock" images of books we don't actually have! Same day shipping if ordered by 2 pm weekdays (Pacific time); later orders, weekends & holidays ship very next day.
Altre immaginiEditore: Health Research - Peter Eckler Publishing Co., Mokelumne Hill, California - New York, 1971
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- Prima edizione
Da: The BiblioFile, Rapid River, MI, U.S.A.The BiblioFile
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EUR 527,50
EUR 14,59 spedizioneSpedito in U.S.A.Quantità: 1 disponibili
Aggiungi al carrelloSoft Cover. Condizione: Very Good. Fourth Edition Facsimile. 1924 at original title page from Peter Eckler Publishing. Stated Fourth Edition. Contains a new foreword for this edition by Marshall Gauvin dated 1924. At copyright: "Reprinted 1971 by Health Research, Mokelumne Hill, California." Green manila wraps with titles, moder…ate shelf wear. Pages near fine. Vintage label at title page: "The Truth Seeker Co., San Diego, Calif. USA." Label below this: "Free Thought and Best Thoughts: It is boasted that most the nations 'trust in God.' Now, all that's needed is for them to trust one another." Dark green comb-bind, fine. Near very good early facsimile. Complete title: "The Biography of Satan; Or, A Historical Exposition of The Devil and His Fiery Dominion Disclosing the Oriental Origin of the Belief in a Devil and Future Endless Punishment. Also, An Explanation of the Pagan Origin of the Scriptural Terms: Bottomless Pit, Lake of Fire and Brimstone, Chains of Darkness, Casting Out Devils, Worm that Never Dieth, Etc." Graves delves into the historical and cultural context in which the entity, being, egregore, or character, Satan, came to be, providing a deeper understanding of its significance and impact on Western civilization. Presented here is a comprehensive study throughout history exploring the origins and evolution from earliest manuscripts to modern-day translations. Graves examines with critical analysis the available content and teachings. A thought-provoking and informative read for anyone interested in the history and interpretation of the "adversary." Contents: "Foreword by Marshall Gauvin; Preface; Introduction; Chapter I: Evils and Demoralizing Effects of the Doctrine of Endless Punishment; Chapter II: Ancient Traditions Respecting the Origin of Evil and the Devil; Chapter III: A Wicked Devil and an Endless Hell not Taught in the Jewish Scriptures; Chapter IV: Explanation of the Words Devil and Hell in the Old Testament; Chapter V: God (and not the Devil) the Author of Evil According to the Bible; Chapter VI: God and the Devil Originally Twin Brothers, and known by the same Titles; Chapter VII: Origin of the Terms, 'Kingdom of Heaven,' Gates of Hell,' etc. also of the Tradition Respecting the Dragon Chasing the Woman, the Woman Clothed with the Sun etc.; Chatper VIII: Hell First Instituted in the Skies. Its Origin and Descent from Above; Chapter IX: Origin of 'The Bottomless Pit'; Chapter X: Belief in a Lake of Fire and Brimstone; Chapter XI: Where is Hell; Ancient Notions of; Chapter XII: Origin of Man's Evil Thoughts Prompted by the Devil; Chapter XIII: The Christian's Devil, Where Imported or Borrowed From; Chapter XIV: The Punitive Terms of the Bible of Oriental Origin; Chapter XV: The Doctrine of After-Death Punishment Proved to be of Heathen and Priestly Origin; Chapter XVI: Explanation of Hell, Hades, Tartarus, Infernos, Gehenna and Tophet; Chapter XVII: 163 Questions for Believers in Post Partem Punishment; Appendix: Origin of the Traditions Respecting 'War in Heaven,' and an Explantion of the terms Hell, Hades. Sheol, Valley of Hinnnom, etc.; Notes, and an Index." Includes additional information for this facsimile: two pages from Health Research Publisher of "Suggested Reading" and a lengthy list of titles in their catalog. 158 pages. Insured post. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.
