Franz Hettinger
'Revealed Religion' explores the historical roots and foundational figures of Christianity, drawing upon a wealth of ancient sources and theological writings. This study delves into the early development of Christian doctrine and its interaction with contemporary philosophical and religious thought. From examining the Gospels and the Diatessaron to considering the perspectives of influential figures such as Hegesippus, Marcion, and Tertullian, the book offers a comprehensive overview of the formative years of Christianity. Hettinger’s work analyzes the relationship between Christianity and Judaism, as well as its engagement with pagan and Gnostic beliefs. By examining the writings of Irenaeus, Polycarp, Tacitus, Cicero, and Plato, 'Revealed Religion' provides a rich historical context for understanding the emergence and spread of Christian ideas. This enduring work is essential for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the historical, theological, and philosophical underpinnings of Christianity.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
