Celsus in His Own Words: A Translation of The True Teaching

By M. David Litwa and Celsus Platonicus

This work is a translation of Celsus' The True Teaching --the very first extensive criticism of Christianity, probably written in the late second century CE. In contrast to the rendition of this work by R. J. Hoffmann, Dr. Litwa offers a literal--though not wooden--translation of Celsus in an attempt to represent its original language and force. Celsus was eloquent, witty, and sharp-witted. There is, accordingly, no need to improve on his language or rhetoric, let alone to add or rearrange material. Litwa simply tries to represent The True Teaching --in all its biting wit and force. The power and clarity of Celsus' arguments still amaze people today, as well as his ability to foreshadow later Christian and anti-Christian developments and themes. In short, Celsus' True Teaching has stood the test of time, and it touches a nerve even today. It contains precious information about early Christian diversity, theology, associations, cult practices, and it offers an extensive comparison with Greco-Roman literature and mythology.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DCVR2PG9
• ISBN13: 9798335401982
• Release Date: August 2024
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 83 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.2" x 6.0"