Life of Christ by Giovanni Papini
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"Life of Christ" by Giovanni Papini is a religious and philosophical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the life of Jesus Christ, delving into his birth, early years, and the socio-political landscape of his time, while challenging modern interpretations and the understanding of Christ in contemporary society. The author seeks to present a vivid and engaging portrayal of Christ, emphasizing his significance and influence throughout history. At the
start of the book, the author reflects on the persistent conflict between secular ideologies and the spiritual legacy of Jesus, emphasizing the perpetual struggle to both understand and dismiss his influence. Papini critiques both traditional and modern treatments of Christ, positing that past works have either failed to captivate or have over-critically dissected His life. He presents the actual birth of Jesus in a stable, contrasting this humble origin with the grandeur ascribed to him in art and tradition. The opening also introduces key figures surrounding Christ's early life, such as the shepherds and wise men, highlighting their significance and reactions to His arrival, thus framing the narrative of his life within the context of deep spiritual and earthly truths. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Papini, Giovanni, 1881-1956 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Fisher, Dorothy Canfield, 1879-1958 |
| LoC No. | 23007050 |
| Uniform Title | Storia di Cristo. English |
| Title | Life of Christ |
| Original Publication | United States: Harcourt, Brace, & Co.,1923. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Story_of_Christ |
| Credits | Tim Lindell, David King, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BT: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Doctrinal theology, God, Christology |
| Subject | Jesus Christ -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67486 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-67486-5 |
| Release Date | Feb 24, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 614 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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