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An Extraordinary Gathering of Angels

An Extraordinary Gathering of Angels

by Margaret Barker (Author)

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    Hardcover 2008

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Synopsis

An Extraordinary Gathering of Angels is a lavishy illustrated study of angels as they feature in the Jewish and Christian traditions. Author Margaret Barker takes the reader on an enchanted journey through the realms of divine beings making their complex cosmology accessible to all readers with mini essays and detailed picture captions. She unravels the mystery of their symbolism and how it has evolved down the centuries and across different cultures. For the serious student and lay reader, this book prvides an inspiring guide to the invisible creation that surrounds us.

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Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 432
 Publisher: MQ Publications Ltd
Published: 20 Sep 2008
ISBN 10: 1840726806
ISBN 13: 9781840726800
Book Overview: A fresh and unique study of angels from the Jewish and Christian traditions Featuring over 170 illustrations, including paintings, frescoes, stained glass windows, icons and sculpture More than 100 extracts and quotations Essays on angels in ancient and modern culture: angels in the Bible and in worship, the ranks of angels, angels as guides and guardians, angels in cosmology and cosmic harmony, and the role of angels in inspiration and revelation Interviews with religious leaders, Jewish and Christian theologians and writers including Phillip Pullman

Author Bio
Author Margaret Barker, a Hebrew scholar and profilic writer on religious history, is an influential figure in her subject area and to date has published ten specialist books. She is famous for having developed a whole new approach to biblical studies, known as Temple Theology. She is a Methodist preacher and a former President of the Society for Old Testament Study.