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Inventing Superstition: From The Hippocratics To The Christians,Used
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The Roman Author Pliny The Younger Characterizes Christianity As Contagious Superstition; Two Centuries Later The Christian Writer Eusebius Vigorously Denounces Greek And Roman Religions As Vain And Impotent Superstitions. The Term Of Abuse Is The Same, Yet The Two Writers Suggest Entirely Different Things By Superstition.Dale Martin Provides The First Detailed Genealogy Of The Idea Of Superstition, Its History Over Eight Centuries, From Classical Greece To The Christianized Roman Empire Of The Fourth Century C.E. With Illuminating Reference To The Writings Of Philosophers, Historians, And Medical Teachers He Demonstrates That The Concept Of Superstition Was Invented By Greek Intellectuals To Condemn Popular Religious Practices And Beliefs, Especially The Belief That Gods Or Other Superhuman Beings Would Harm People Or Cause Disease. Tracing The Social, Political, And Cultural Influences That Informed Classical Thinking About Piety And Superstition, Nature And The Divine, Inventing Superstition Exposes The Manipulation Of The Label Of Superstition In Arguments Between Greek And Roman Intellectuals On The One Hand And Christians On The Other, And The Purposeful Alteration Of The Idea By Neoplatonic Philosophers And Christian Apologists In Late Antiquity.Inventing Superstition Weaves A Powerfully Coherent Argument That Will Transform Our Understanding Of Religion In Greek And Roman Culture And The Wider Ancient Mediterranean World.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Inventing Superstition'? A: 'Inventing Superstition' explores the concept of superstition from classical Greece to the early Christian era, examining how Greek intellectuals used the term to critique popular religious beliefs.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Inventing Superstition'? A: The author of 'Inventing Superstition' is Dale B. Martin, a scholar known for his work in the fields of religion and ancient history.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Inventing Superstition' was published on March 1, 2007.
- Q: How many pages does 'Inventing Superstition' have? A: The book contains 320 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Inventing Superstition' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Inventing Superstition' suitable for academic use? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic use as it provides a detailed analysis of superstition in ancient cultures, supported by historical references.
- Q: What are the key topics discussed in 'Inventing Superstition'? A: Key topics include the historical development of the concept of superstition, comparisons between Greek and Roman religions, and the influence of Neoplatonism and Christian thought.
- Q: Does this book include references to primary sources? A: Yes, 'Inventing Superstition' includes references to various primary sources, including writings from philosophers, historians, and medical teachers from the ancient world.
- Q: What audience is 'Inventing Superstition' intended for? A: The book is intended for readers interested in ancient history, religious studies, and the evolution of cultural ideas, including students and scholars.
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