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The Theology of Arithmetic: Number Symbolism in Platonism and Early Christianity
Joel Kalvesmaki
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Paperback. In the second century, some Gnostic Christians used numerical structures to describe God, interpret the Bible, and frame the universe. The Theology of Arithmetic explores the rich variety of number symbolism used by gnosticizing groups and their orthodox critics, and shows how earlier neo-Pythagorean and Platonist thought influenced this theology. Series: Hellenic Studies Series. Num Pages: 250 pages, 6 line illustrations, 1 halftone. BIC Classification: HRAM3; HRKP; HRQC1; PBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 346.
In the second century, Valentinians and other gnosticizing Christians used numerical structures and symbols to describe God, interpret the Bible, and frame the universe. In this study of the controversy that resulted, Joel Kalvesmaki shows how earlier neo-Pythagorean and Platonist number symbolism provided the impetus for this theology of arithmetic, and describes the ways in which gnosticizing groups attempted to engage both the Platonist and Christian traditions. He explores the rich variety of number symbolism then in use, among both gnosticizing groups and their orthodox critics, demonstrating how those critics developed an alternative approach to number symbolism that would set ... Read more
In the second century, Valentinians and other gnosticizing Christians used numerical structures and symbols to describe God, interpret the Bible, and frame the universe. In this study of the controversy that resulted, Joel Kalvesmaki shows how earlier neo-Pythagorean and Platonist number symbolism provided the impetus for this theology of arithmetic, and describes the ways in which gnosticizing groups attempted to engage both the Platonist and Christian traditions. He explores the rich variety of number symbolism then in use, among both gnosticizing groups and their orthodox critics, demonstrating how those critics developed an alternative approach to number symbolism that would set ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Harvard University, Center for Hellenic Studies United States
Number of pages
250
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Series
Hellenic Studies Series
Condition
New
Weight
401g
Number of Pages
242
Place of Publication
, United States
ISBN
9780674073302
SKU
V9780674073302
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About Joel Kalvesmaki
Joel Kalvesmaki was Managing Editor in Byzantine Studies at Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection.
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