Demonic Possession in the New Testament - Paperback

by William Menzies Alexander (Author)

""Demonic Possession in the New Testament"" by William Menzies Alexander is a comprehensive study of the concept of demonic possession in the New Testament. The book provides a detailed analysis of the various passages in the New Testament that deal with demonic possession, including the stories of Jesus casting out demons and the experiences of the apostles with evil spirits. The author examines the cultural and historical context of the New Testament, exploring the beliefs and practices of the people of that time regarding demons and possession. He also explores the theological implications of the concept of demonic possession, including the role of demons in the larger narrative of salvation history.The book is written in a scholarly style, with extensive footnotes and references to primary sources. It is aimed at scholars and students of theology, as well as anyone interested in the subject of demonic possession in the New Testament. Overall, ""Demonic Possession in the New Testament"" is a thorough and insightful exploration of a fascinating and often misunderstood topic.1902. This book contains the historical, medical and theological aspects of demonic possession found in the New Testament. Contents: introductory; historic demonology; medical aspects of demonic possession; existence of genuine demonic possession; Beelzebub controversy; difficulties of the Gerasene affair; alleged continuance of genuine demonic possession; and several appendices.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.