1747-48 Observations on the History and Evidences of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, and, Observations on the Conversion and Apostleship of St. Paul

Description

Early Edition, Leather Binding, Scarce

Two volumes bound in one, two interesting pieces of religious scholarship, written by cousins Gilbert West and George Lyttelton. 

'Observations on the History and Evidences of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ', a scarce work. The third edition, published in 1747. Half-title is present. Pagination jumps from 192 to 195, however text is continuous and complete.

In this work, Gilbert West explores the resurrection of Jesus, describing the evidence for the biblical event, an interesting contribution to theological scholarship.

For this work, West was awarded an LLD from Oxford University.

'Observations on the Conversion and Apostleship of St. Paul'. An early edition, published in 1748. Half-title is present. 

Written by George Lyttleton as a letter to his cousin, Gilbert West. This work explores the remarkable conversion of St. Paul to Christianity. Paul was an apostle who spread the teachings of Jesus in the first century, helping to contribute to the New Testament.