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    Pagan and Christian Creeds: Their Origin and Meaning
    Pagan and Christian Creeds: Their Origin and Meaning
    Pagan and Christian Creeds: Their Origin and Meaning
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    Pagan and Christian Creeds: Their Origin and Meaning

    By Edward Carpenter

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    This groundbreaking work delves into the depths of religious history, uncovering the very origins of Christian beliefs. The author embarks on a journey to unravel the mysteries of the past, revealing a surprising evolutionary sequence that stretches back centuries before the birth of Christianity. With a systematic and logical approach, the author uncovers common themes between Christianity and ancient Pagan religions, tracing the roots of many Christian religious concepts to paganistic practices.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherGood Press
    Release dateNov 20, 2019
    ISBN4057664171542
    Pagan and Christian Creeds: Their Origin and Meaning

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