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Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning

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Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning

by T. W. (Thomas William) Doane

EN·~31 hours·56 chapters

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56 total
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BIBLE MYTHS - AND THEIR - PARALLELS IN OTHER RELIGIONS - BEING A COMPARISON OF THE - Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles - WITH - Those of Heathen Nations of Antiquity - CONSIDERING ALSO - THEIR ORIGIN AND MEANING

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By T. W. DOANE

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INTRODUCTION.

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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

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LIST - OF - AUTHORS AND BOOKS QUOTED - IN THIS WORK.

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BIBLE MYTHS.

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PART I. - THE OLD TESTAMENT.

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CHAPTER I. - THE CREATION AND FALL OF MAN.

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CHAPTER II. - THE DELUGE.\[19:1\]

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Description

This work invites listeners on a thoughtful journey through the familiar stories of the Bible, placing them side by side with parallel legends from ancient Near Eastern, Indian, and Greco‑Roman traditions. By tracing motifs such as the garden of origin, flood narratives, and the divine hero’s birth, the author highlights the striking universality that underlies many sacred texts. Detailed illustrations and careful transliterations help bring these age‑old tales to life, while a clear, scholarly tone keeps the exploration accessible.

Beyond the well‑known Old‑Testament accounts, the book examines New‑Testament miracles, the rites of baptism and communion, and the iconic image of a virgin‑born savior. Comparisons with figures like Krishna and Buddha reveal shared patterns of death, resurrection, and divine symbolism. Listeners will come away with a richer sense of how myths travel across cultures, inviting fresh reflection on the origins and meanings that shape religious belief.

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Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning

Language

en

Duration

~31 hours (1796K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Lisa Reigel, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2010-04-04

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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T. W. (Thomas William) Doane

1852–1885

Best known for a bold 19th-century study of comparative religion, this American writer set biblical stories alongside myths from many older cultures. His work became a lasting reference point in freethought and skeptical religious criticism.

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