{ "item_title" : "Heresy", "item_author" : [" G. R. S. Mead "], "item_description" : "Heresy is a book written by G. R. S. Mead, originally published in 1906. The book explores the history of heresy in Christianity, from the early days of the church to the present day. Mead examines the various heresies that have arisen throughout history, including Gnosticism, Arianism, and the Cathars, and argues that these movements were often misunderstood and unfairly persecuted by the church.Mead also explores the role of mysticism in Christianity and the ways in which it has been suppressed by the church. He argues that the mystical experience is a vital part of spiritual growth and that the church's rejection of mysticism has led to a narrow and dogmatic understanding of Christianity.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the history of heresy and the ways in which it has been defined and understood. The second part examines specific heresies in more detail, including their origins, beliefs, and impact on Christianity. The third part explores the role of mysticism in Christianity and the ways in which it has been suppressed by the church.Overall, Heresy is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the history of heresy in Christianity and the ways in which it has shaped the religion over time. Mead's writing is engaging and accessible, making the book suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in the history of religion.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Some Mystical Adventures, by G. R. S. Mead. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564593592.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.", "item_img_path" : "https://covers1.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/16/281/340/1162813407_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "16.95", "online_price" : "16.95", "our_price" : "16.95", "club_price" : "16.95", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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