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100 1 _aRihbany, Abraham Mitrie,
_d1869-1944
245 1 4 _aThe Syrian Christ
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-07-20
508 _aProduced by Al Haines
520 _a"The Syrian Christ" by Abraham Mitrie Rihbany is a reflective work written in the early 20th century. This book explores the life and teachings of Jesus Christ from an Oriental perspective, aiming to provide readers, particularly those in the West, with insights into the cultural and social contexts of his time. It endeavors to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western understandings of spirituality, emphasizing the richness of the Oriental background that shaped many biblical narratives. The opening of the text introduces the author's intentions and background, as he seeks to offer an intimate view of Christ's life, explaining that his insights are drawn from personal experience as a Syrian born in close proximity to Jesus' birthplace. Rihbany reflects on how the customs, language, and social values of contemporary Syria illuminate biblical stories, presenting the idea that understanding these elements is crucial to truly grasping the spiritual teachings of Christ. The initial chapters set the stage for a nuanced discussion, leading the reader through culturally specific interpretations of familiar Biblical narratives while highlighting the enduring significance of these stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aJesus Christ -- Biography
653 _aSyria -- Social life and customs
653 _aPalestine -- Social life and customs
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40285
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