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The Threshold Covenant; or, The Beginning of Religious Rites

Unlocking the Sacred Threshold: Exploring Ancient Religious RitesBy H. Clay Trumbull

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In "The Threshold Covenant; or, The Beginning of Religious Rites," H. Clay Trumbull meticulously explores the origins and significance of religious rituals, specifically focusing on the practice of covenant as a foundational element of faith. Trumbull'Äôs literary style is marked by a blend of rigorous scholarship and accessible language, allowing readers to engage with complex theological concepts without losing sight of their historical context. This work bridges the gap between anthropology and theology, examining how early religious rites shaped communal identity and spiritual beliefs, ultimately offering profound insights into the communal nature of faith across cultures. H. Clay Trumbull was a prominent American author and theologian in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for his deep engagement with biblical texts and covenant theology. His own spiritual journey, influenced by various religious traditions and his extensive knowledge of historical practices, prompted him to investigate the meaning and implications of covenants within both ancient and contemporary settings. This exploration reflects Trumbull'Äôs broader quest to understand the relationship between God and humanity as expressed through rituals. This scholarly yet approachable work is recommended for anyone interested in the intersections of religion, anthropology, and history. Scholars, students, and general readers alike will find Trumbull'Äôs insights both illuminating and thought-provoking, making it a valuable addition to the library of anyone seeking to understand the deeper meanings behind religious practices.

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Publish dateNov 22, 2019

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1Introduction

403. BRIDEGROOM AND BRIDE.

2I. PRIMITIVE FAMILY ALTAR.

414. SURVIVALS OF THE RITE.

31. A BLOOD WELCOME AT THE DOOR.

42VII. OUTGROWTHS AND PERVERSIONS OF THIS RITE.

42. REVERENCE FOR THE THRESHOLD ALTAR.

431. ELEMENTAL BEGINNINGS.

53. THRESHOLD COVENANTING IN THE MARRIAGE CEREMONY.

442. MAIN OUTGROWTHS

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64. STEPPING OR BEING LIFTED ACROSS THE THRESHOLD.

453. CHIEF PERVERSIONS.

75. LAYING FOUNDATIONS IN BLOOD.

46APPENDIX.

86. APPEALS AT THE ALTAR.

47SIGNIFICANCE OF BLOOD IN THE MARRIAGE RITE.[645]

97. COVENANT TOKENS ON THE DOORWAY.

48EXHIBITING THE EVIDENCES.

108. SYMBOL OF THE RED HAND.

49SUBSTITUTE BLOOD FOR DECEPTION.

119. DEITIES OF THE DOORWAY.

50PUBLIC PERFORMANCE OF THE RITE.

12II. EARLIEST TEMPLE ALTAR.

51BIBLE TESTIMONY.

131. FROM HOUSE TO TEMPLE.

52WOMAN AS A DOOR.

142. SACREDNESS OF THE DOOR.

53SYMBOLISM OF THE TWO SEXES.

153. TEMPLE THRESHOLDS IN ASIA.

54SYMBOLISM OF TREE AND SERPENT.

164. TEMPLE THRESHOLDS IN AFRICA.

55COVENANT OF THRESHOLD-CROSSING.

175. TEMPLE THRESHOLDS IN EUROPE.

56DOORKEEPER, AND CARRIER.

186. TEMPLE THRESHOLDS IN AMERICA.

57PASSING OVER INTO A COVENANT.

197. TEMPLE THRESHOLDS IN ISLANDS OF THE SEA.

58ENGLAND’S CORONATION STONE.

208. ONLY ONE FOUNDATION.

59INDEXES.

21III. SACRED BOUNDARY LINE.

60TOPICAL INDEX. (pt. 1)

221. FROM TEMPLE TO DOMAIN.

61TOPICAL INDEX. (pt. 2)

232. LOCAL LANDMARKS.

62SCRIPTURAL INDEX.

243. NATIONAL BORDERS.

63SUPPLEMENT. COMMENTS OF SPECIALISTS.

254. BORDER SACRIFICES.

64FROM THE REV. DR. MARCUS JASTROW.

26IV. ORIGIN OF THE RITE.

65FROM PROFESSOR DR. HERMAN V. HILPRECHT.

271. A NATURAL QUESTION.

66FROM PROFESSOR DR. FRITZ HOMMEL.

282. AN ANSWER BY INDUCTION.

67FROM PROFESSOR DR. A.H. SAYCE.

293. NO COVENANT WITHOUT BLOOD.

68FROM PROFESSOR DR. W. MAX MÜLLER.

304. CONFIRMATION OF THIS VIEW.

69FROM PROFESSOR DR. C.P. TIELE.

31V. HEBREW PASS-OVER, OR CROSS-OVER, SACRIFICE.

70FROM PROFESSOR DR. E. WASHBURN HOPKINS.

321. NEW MEANING IN AN OLD RITE.

71FROM THE REV. DR. WILLIAM ELLIOT GRIFFIS.

332. A WELCOME WITH BLOOD.

72FROM PROFESSOR DR. JOHN P. MAHAFFY.

343. BASON, OR THRESHOLD.

73FROM PROFESSOR DR. WILLIAM A. LAMBERTON.

354. PASS-OVER OR PASS-BY.

74FROM PROFESSOR DR. DANIEL G. BRINTON.

365. MARRIAGE OF JEHOVAH WITH ISRAEL.

75FROM THE REV. DR. EDWARD T. BARTLETT.

37VI. CHRISTIAN PASSOVER.

76FROM PROFESSOR DR. T.K. CHEYNE.

381. OLD COVENANT AND NEW.

77ADDITIONAL FROM PROFESSOR DR. FRITZ HOMMEL.

392. PROFFERED WELCOME BY THE FATHER.

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