Philo Of Alexandria: The Contemplative Life, The Giants, And Selections

Book Summary


The most in-depth and scholarly panorama of Western spirituality ever attempted! In one series, the original writings of the universally acknowledged teachers of the Catholic, Protestant, Eastern Orthodox, Jewish, Islamic and Native American traditions have been critically selected, translated and introduced by internationally recognized scholars and spiritual leaders. The texts are first-rate, and the introductions are informative and reliable. The books will be a welcome addition to the bookshelf of every literate religious persons". -- The Christian Century This anthology contains the basic vision of Philo (c. 20 B.C.E.-50 C.E.), the greatest Jewish mystic, philosopher and theologian of the Graeco-Roman era.

Book Details


Book Name Philo Of Alexandria: The Contemplative Life, The Giants, And Selections
Author David Winston, Philo
Publisher Paulist Press (Dec 1988)
ISBN 9780809123339
Pages 425
Language English
Price 1018
 
 

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