The Religion of the Manichees

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Donnellan Lectures for 1924

F Crawford Burkitt

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Comparative religion; History of religion; Gnosticism

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""The Religion of the Manichees"" presents a rigorous scholarly exploration of one of the most significant and widespread religions of the ancient world. Based on the Donnellan Lectures delivered in 1924, F. Crawford Burkitt provides a comprehensive analysis of the Manichaean faith, its origins, and its fundamental doctrines. The work delves into the life and teachings of the prophet Mani, examining the complex dualistic cosmology that defined the movement and its intricate relationship with contemporary faiths like Christianity and Zoroastrianism.

Burkitt utilizes contemporary archaeological findings and ancient texts to reconstruct the liturgical practices and the ascetic lifestyle of the Manichaean community. By situating the religion within its historical context, the author clarifies how it spread from the Sassanid Empire across Central Asia and into the Roman world. This volume remains an essential resource for students of theology, history, and the evolution of religious thought, offering profound insights into the synthesis of Eastern and Western spiritual traditions. It highlights the enduring impact of Manichaean thought on the development of early Christian theology and the broader religious landscape of late antiquity.

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By: F Crawford Burkitt
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 395g
ISBN: 9781025944883
ISBN 10: 1025944887
Pages: 154
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active