Danielou, Jean
Philo of Alexandria
- ISBN 13:
- 9780227174494
- author:
- Danielou, Jean
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- James Clarke Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 200
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.3 x 1.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Philosophers, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Philo of Alexandria: A Key Figure in Religious Thought Jean Daniélou's biography sheds light on the life and work of Philo of Alexandria, a first-century Hellenistic Jewish philosopher. Born into a prominent family in Alexandria, Egypt, Philo was educated in both Jewish culture and Greek philosophy. Pilo's approach to Scripture is distinctive, as he sought to interpret the Hebrew Bible in an allegorical manner, rather than relying on literal interpretations. This approach has had a lasting influence on Christian theology. The book provides a detailed account of Philo's remarkable life, including a diplomatic mission to present himself before the Roman Emperor Caligula. A highly accessible introduction to this important figure, James Colbert's English translation makes Philo's work available for those interested in patristics, exegesis, or the history of religious and philosophical thought.
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