Ecce Homo (1868)

Ecce Homo is a book written by William Ewart Gladstone, a British statesman and politician, and published in 1868. The title, which means ""behold the man"" in Latin, refers to the words spoken by Pontius Pilate when he presented Jesus Christ to the crowd before his crucifixion. The book is a reflection on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, and it explores his significance and impact on the world. Gladstone examines the character of Jesus and his moral teachings, as well as his role as a historical figure and religious leader. The book is divided into three parts. The first part discusses the historical context of Jesus' life and the political and social climate of the time. The second part focuses on Jesus' teachings and their relevance to modern society. The third part is a personal reflection by Gladstone on his own faith and relationship with Jesus.Ecce Homo is considered a classic work of Christian literature and has been influential in shaping the understanding of Jesus Christ in the modern world. It is a thoughtful and insightful examination of the life and teachings of one of the most important figures in human history.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.