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Reincarnation in Clement of Alexandria - (Vigiliae Christianae, Supplements) by Sami Yli-Karjanmaa (Hardcover)
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- International scholarly consensus holds that despite his obvious Platonic affinities, Clement of Alexandria (ca. 150-215 CE) rejected the doctrine of reincarnation.
- Author(s): Sami Yli-Karjanmaa
- 432 Pages
- Religion + Beliefs, Christianity
- Series Name: Vigiliae Christianae, Supplements
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This in-depth study of the position of Clement of Alexandria (ca. 150-215 CE) on reincarnation finds, against international scholarly consensus, Clement's position to be one of acceptance, even though the Platonic doctrine is for him clearly an esoteric one.Book Synopsis
International scholarly consensus holds that despite his obvious Platonic affinities, Clement of Alexandria (ca. 150-215 CE) rejected the doctrine of reincarnation. This study finds that this consensus does not do justice to what Clement actually writes. In his most explicit statement, Clement singles out reincarnation as the example he wants to give of the finest doctrines of the best philosophers. Though most of Clement's other writing is more subtle than that, endorsement is still the most plausible explanation of what he says. The tenet - clearly esoteric for Clement - is in harmony with his anthropology, ethics, and his synergistic soteriology that includes the crucial role of Jesus.Dimensions (Overall): 9.37 Inches (H) x 6.22 Inches (W) x 1.1 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.45 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 432
Genre: Religion + Beliefs
Sub-Genre: Christianity
Series Title: Vigiliae Christianae, Supplements
Publisher: Brill
Theme: General
Format: Hardcover
Author: Sami Yli-Karjanmaa
Language: English
Street Date: June 19, 2025
TCIN: 1007271994
UPC: 9789004726598
Item Number (DPCI): 247-51-0346
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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