02764cam a22003853u 4500 37696 UtSlPG 20260610133847.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BT Taylor, Thomas, 1758-1835 Arguments of Celsus, Porphyry, and the Emperor Julian, Against the Christians : Also Extracts from Diodorus Siculus, Josephus, and Tacitus, Relating to the Jews, Together with an Appendix Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-10-10 Produced by David Widger "Arguments of Celsus, Porphyry, and the Emperor Julian, Against the Christians" by Thomas Taylor is a historical compilation written in the early 19th century." This work offers a collection of critiques and arguments directed against early Christianity, presented through the perspectives of prominent ancient figures, including Celsus, Porphyry, and the Emperor Julian. The book serves as a systematic examination of their philosophical and theological disagreements with Christian doctrine and practices, positioning them within the broader discourse of religious belief during their respective periods. The opening of the work establishes a foundation for understanding the context of these arguments against Christianity. It introduces the writer's intent to collect and present the critiques of Celsus, Porphyry, and Julian while noting their historical importance. Through early passages, it highlights Celsus’s contentions regarding the nature of Christian gatherings and doctrinal beliefs, suggesting that these debates stem from deep philosophical disagreements about divinity and faith. Additionally, Taylor acknowledges the significance of these discussions, referencing the need for a more refined and critical examination of Christian doctrines in response to the classical philosophical challenges posed by these historical figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Theology -- Early works to 1800 Christianity -- Controversial literature -- Early works to 1800 Celsus, active 180 (Platonic philosopher) Diodorus, Siculus Josephus, Flavius, 38?-100? Julian, Emperor of Rome, 331-363 Porphyry Tacitus, Cornelius, 56-117 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37696 78536 78536