Christianity and Greek Philosophy by B. F. Cocker

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Author Cocker, B. F. (Benjamin Franklin), 1821-1883
LoC No. 10021490
Title Christianity and Greek Philosophy
or, the relation between spontaneous and reflective thought in Greece and the positive teaching of Christ and His Apostles
Note Reading ease score: 48.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "Christianity and Greek Philosophy" by B. F. Cocker is a theological treatise written in the late 19th century. The work explores the relationship between Greek philosophical thought and Christianity, arguing that Christian truth is deeply interconnected with human understanding and the historical development of ideas. Cocker aims to show that faith does not rest solely on miraculous events but is grounded in the universal truths of nature and humanity, suggesting that philosophy prepares the way for a fuller understanding of Christianity. The opening of the text introduces the author's intention to illustrate how both spontaneous and reflective thought in ancient Greece relates to the teachings of Jesus and his apostles. Cocker reflects on the profound impact of Athenian religious practices and philosophical inquiries, particularly emphasizing the significance of the Apostle Paul's discourse on the "Unknown God" at the Areopagus. He sets the stage for an exploration of Athenian society's intellectual and cultural context, preparing readers to examine how Greek thought contributed to the foundations of Christian belief and the common spiritual yearnings of mankind. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Christianity
Subject Church history -- Primitive and early church, ca. 30-600
Subject Philosophy, Ancient
Category Text
EBook-No. 27571
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 25, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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