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by John Taylor
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AN EXAMINATION INTO AND AN ELUCIDATION OF THE GREAT PRINCIPLE OF THE - MEDIATION AND ATONEMENT OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST. - BY PRESIDENT JOHN TAYLOR.
THE MEDIATION AND ATONEMENT OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST. - CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
CHAPTER VII.
CHAPTER VIII.
This work offers a careful, scholarly look at the core Christian belief that Christ’s suffering and resurrection serve as the bridge between humanity and the divine. Drawing from both biblical passages and prophetic writings, the author frames the atonement as a fulfillment of ancient promises, inviting listeners to consider how the doctrine has been understood across generations. The language is measured, aiming to clarify rather than persuade, making it a solid entry point for anyone curious about the theological foundations of the faith.
Interwoven with the analysis are vivid retellings of early‑Christian moments, most notably the disciples’ walk to Emmaus, where the risen Savior reveals himself through scripture and shared bread. These narrative touches illustrate how the atonement was perceived by the first followers and how it continues to shape discussions of repentance and redemption. The first part of the book sets the stage for deeper exploration without venturing into later doctrinal disputes.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (383K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2011-06-05
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1580–1653
Best known as the "Water Poet," this lively seventeenth-century English writer turned river life, travel, and everyday London into witty, energetic verse and prose. His work offers a vivid, often funny glimpse of the world around him.
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