Christianity
Subtitle: the Basics
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group; Routledge
Published: 2014
Language: eng
Number of pages: 220
ISBN-13: 9780415538107
Subjects: Christianity, essence, genius, nature; Church history
Description: Christianity: The Basics is a compelling introduction to both the central pillars of the Christian faith and the rich and varied history of this most global of global religions. This book traces the development of Christianity through an exploration of some of the key beliefs, practices and emotions which have been recurrent symbols through the centuries: *Christ, the kingdom of heaven and sin; *Baptism, Eucharist and prayer; *Joy, divine union and self denial. Encompassing the major epochs of Christian history and examining the unity and divisions created by these symbols. Christianity: The Basics is both a concise and comprehensive introduction to the Christian tradition.