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Universalism: The Prevailing Doctrine Of The Christian Church During Its First Five Hundred Years is a book written by John Wesley Hanson in 1899. This book delves into the history of the Christian church and its teachings during the first five hundred years of its existence. The author argues that universalism, the belief that all people will eventually be saved and reconciled with God, was the prevailing doctrine of the early Christian church. Hanson provides evidence from early Christian writings and the teachings of church leaders to support his argument. He also discusses how the doctrine of universalism was eventually replaced by the belief in eternal damnation and the concept of hell. The book explores the reasons for this shift in belief and the impact it had on the Christian church.Throughout the book, Hanson examines the theological and philosophical arguments for and against universalism, as well as the social and cultural factors that influenced its acceptance or rejection. He also addresses the criticisms and objections raised by those who opposed the doctrine.Overall, Universalism: The Prevailing Doctrine Of The Christian Church During Its First Five Hundred Years is a comprehensive and well-researched exploration of an important aspect of Christian history and theology. It offers insights into the origins of Christian beliefs and practices and sheds light on the ongoing debates surrounding universalism and its place in modern Christianity.With Authorities And Extracts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.