Gold, Frankincense And Myrrh (1919) By Ralph Adams Cram 9781164004622

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Gold, Frankincense And Myrrh (1919) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781164004622 : 116400462X : 10 Sep 2010 : Gold, Frankincense And Myrrh is a book written by Ralph Adams Cram and published in 1919. The book is a collection of essays that explore the symbolism and meaning behind the gifts brought by the Magi to the infant Jesus in the biblical story of the Nativity. The author delves into the historical and cultural significance of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, examining their use in ancient religious practices and their symbolic meanings in various cultures. Cram also explores the spiritual significance of the gifts, interpreting them as representing the three aspects of Christ's nature: his divinity (gold), his priesthood (frankincense), and his humanity (myrrh).The book is written in a poetic and philosophical style, with Cram drawing on his extensive knowledge of art, architecture, and theology to provide a rich and thought-provoking exploration of the gifts of the Magi. The essays are

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