Inquiry concerning the origin of christianity
Charles Christian Hennell (1809–1850) was a theological writer best known for his association with George Eliot. First published in 1838, this volume contains Hennell's deconstruction of the Bible to separate the historical character of Jesus from later myths. Hennell's 1839 work Christian Theism is also included in this volume.
Print Book, English, 2010
Cambridge University Pres, [Place of publication not identified], 2010
Criticism, interpretation, etc
pages
9781108019644, 1108019641
712131411
Preface; 1. Historical sketch, from the Babylonish captivity to the death of Jesus; 2. Historical sketch, continued to the end of the first century; 3. On the date and credibility of the Gospel of Matthew; 4. On the date and credibility of the Gospel of Mark; 5. On the date and credibility of the Gospel of Luke; 6. On the date and credibility of the Gospel of John; 7. Examination of the accounts of the Resurrection and Ascension; 8. Remarks on the other miracles in the four Gospels; 9. General objections to the miracles of Jesus; 10. Remarks on the miracles in the Acts of the Apostles; 11. On the evidence afforded to the miracles by the apostolic writings; 12. On the prophecies; 13. On the parts of Isaiah supposed to relate to Christ; 14. On the book of Daniel; 15. Whether Jesus foretold his own death and resurrection; 16. On the character, views, and doctrines of Jesus; 17. Comparison of the precepts of Jesus with the Jewish writings; 18. Concluding reflections; Christian theism.