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The Theology of Arithmetic

- Number Symbolism in Platonism and Early Christianity

About The Theology of Arithmetic

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.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780674073302
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 242
  • Published:
  • May 6, 2013
  • Dimensions:
  • 155x228x13 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 402 g.
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Description of The Theology of Arithmetic

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.

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