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A History of Sin: Its Evolution to Today and Beyond

by John Portmann
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A History of Sin: Its Evolution to Today and Beyond
A History of Sin: Its Evolution to Today and Beyond

Evolutionary journey through the concept of sin.

If the intersection between history, theology, and morality intrigues you, 'A History of Sin' could offer a compelling exploration. Portmann dives deep into the evolution of sin, from ancient times to the present, presenting insights that resonate with contemporary society's grappling with personal evil. It might just change your perspective on human behavior and ethics.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

A History of Sin: Its Evolution to Today and Beyond

by John Portmann
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ISBN: 9780742558137
Authors: John Portmann
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Date of Publication: 2007-05-25
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: History, Religion
Related Topics: History, Theology, Christianity
Goodreads rating: 3.0
(rated by 14 readers)

Description

In A History of Sin, John Portmann argues that especially since 9/11, the reality of sin has made a strong comeback, and he believes that even liberal Christians, who have downplayed the notion of sin, have to take the fact of personal evildoing seriously. Starting in the present, Portmann then loops back into the past to outline the key moments in the history of sin from the ancient Greeks and Israelites through Jesus and Paul to Augustine and Dante and on up to the present. A History of Sin reveals how some kinds of sin, such as usury, have faded or undergone radical transformation, and how other activities, such as slavery, polygamy, gender inequality, etc., have come to be regarded as sinful. In this highly readable volume, Portmann examines how our changing understanding of sin impacts today's society.
 

Evolutionary journey through the concept of sin.

If the intersection between history, theology, and morality intrigues you, 'A History of Sin' could offer a compelling exploration. Portmann dives deep into the evolution of sin, from ancient times to the present, presenting insights that resonate with contemporary society's grappling with personal evil. It might just change your perspective on human behavior and ethics.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.