The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors

Kersey Graves

• Publisher: Passerino
• Year: 2023
• eBook ISBN: 9791222416014
• Topic: Theology & Religion
• Subtopic: Comparative Religion

The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors is a book written by Kersey Graves and published in 1875. In this book, Graves presents a comparative analysis of various mythological and religious figures from different cultures who, according to him, share similarities with Jesus Christ, particularly in their crucifixion and resurrection narratives. Graves argues that the story of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection is not unique to Christianity but has parallels in other religious traditions. He claims to have identified sixteen different savior figures from various cultures throughout history who were crucified and resurrected. These figures include Osiris of Egypt, Krishna of India, Mithras of Persia, and others. Graves' intention in writing this book was to challenge the orthodox Christian belief in the uniqueness of Jesus' life and death. He aimed to demonstrate that the crucifixion and resurrection story was not exclusive to Christianity but rather a recurring theme in different mythologies and religious beliefs. However, it's important to note that the book has received significant criticism from both religious and academic circles. Scholars have pointed out that Graves' comparative analysis often relies on selective interpretations, questionable sources, and flawed methodology. Critics argue that many of the supposed similarities between Jesus and these other figures are based on superficial resemblances and overlook substantial differences in their respective narratives. "The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors" remains a controversial and debated work, with many scholars dismissing its claims as unreliable and lacking scholarly rigor. The field of religious studies has since advanced, employing more nuanced and comprehensive approaches to the study of religious narratives and the historical context of religious figures. Kersey Graves (1813-1883) was an American author and skeptic best known for his controversial book titled "The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors" published in 1875. The book presents a comparative study of various religious figures throughout history who are said to have been crucified or to have parallels with the story of Jesus Christ.

Table of contents

• Cover
• The World’s Sixteen Crucified Saviors
• Table of contents
• Preface
• Preface To The Second Edition
• Explanation
• Address To The Clergy
• I. Rival Claims Of The Saviors
• II. Messianic Prophecies
• III. Prophecies By The Figure Of A Serpent
• IV. Miraculous And Immaculate Conception Of The Gods
• V. Virgin Mothers And Virgin-Born Gods
• VI. Stars Point Out The Time And The Saviors’ Birth-Place
• VII. Angels, Shepherds And Magi Visit The Infant Saviors
• VIII. The Twenty-Fifth Of December The Birthday Of The Gods
• IX. Titles Of The Saviors
• X. The Saviors Of Royal Descent, But Humble Birth
• XI. Christ’s Genealogy
• XII. The World’s Saviors Saved From Destruction In Infancy
• XIII. The Saviors Exhibit Early Proofs Of Divinity
• XIV. The Saviors; Kingdoms Not Of This World
• XV. The Saviors Were Real Personages
• XVI. Sixteen Saviors Crucified
• XVII. The Aphanasia, Or Darkness At The Crucifixion
• XVIII. Descent Of The Saviors Into Hell
• XIX. Resurrection Of The Saviors
• XX. Reappearance And Ascension Of The Saviors
• XXI. The Atonement—Its Oriental Or Heathen Origin
• XXII. The Holy Ghost Of Oriental Origin
• XXIII. The Divine “Word” Of Oriental Origin
• XXIV. The Trinity Very Anciently A Current Heathen Doctrine
• XXV. Absolution, And The Confession Of Sins, Of Heathen Origin
• XXVI. Origin Of Baptism By Water, Fire, Blood And The Holy Ghost
• XXVII. The Sacrament Or Eucharist Of Heathen Origin
• XXVIII. Anointing With Oil Of Oriental Origin
• XXIX. How Men, Including Jesus Christ, Came To Be Worshiped As Gods
• XXX. Sacred Cycles Explaining The Advent Of The Gods
• XXXI. Christianity Derived From Heathen And Oriental Systems
• XXXII. Three Hundred And Forty-Six Striking Analogies Between Christ And Chrishna
• XXXIII. Apollonius, Osiris, Magus, Etc.—Gods
• XXXIV. The Three Pillars Of The Christian Faith—Miracles, Prophecies, And Precepts
• XXXV. Logical Or Common Sense View Of The Doctrine Of Divine Incarnation
• XXXVI. Philosophical Absurdities Of The Doctrine Of The Divine Incarnation
• XXXVII. Physiological Absurdities Of The Doctrine Of The Divine Incarnation
• XXXVIII. A Historical View Of The Divinity Of Jesus Christ
• XXXIX. The Scriptural View Of Christ’s Divinity
• XL. A Metonymic View Of The Divinity Of Jesus Christ
• XLI. The Precepts And Practical Life Of Jesus Christ; His Two Hundred Errors
• XLII. Christ As A Spiritual Medium
• XLIII. Conversion, Repentance, And “Getting Religion” Of Heathen Origin
• XLIV. The Moral Lessons Of Religious History
• XLV. Conclusion And Review
• Notes