Josephus's Interpretation of the Bible by Louis H. Feldman (English) Hardcover B

Description: Josephus's Interpretation of the Bible by Louis H. Feldman Josephus (a.d.37-?100), a pre-roman Jew associated with the emperor Titus, was a commentator on the Bible, as well as one of the foremost historians of the beginning of the Christian era. Politically, Josephus was pro-Roman, and although he had no sympathy for Jewish nationalism, he was a defender of Jewish religion and culture. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Josephus (A.D. 37-?100), a pro-Roman Jew closely associated with the emperor Titus, is the earliest systematic commentator on the Bible, as well as one of the foremost historians of the beginning of the Christian era. Politically, Josephus was pro-Roman, and although he had no sympathy for extreme Jewish nationalism, he was a zealous defender of Jewish religion and culture. Louis H. Feldman examines the principles that guided Josephus in his understanding of the Bible, investigating his creative contribution in the rewriting of biblical accounts. This comprehensive study evaluates Josephus as a historian and demonstrates the originality and consistency of his work as an author.The first part of Feldmans work attempts to understand Josephuss purposes and techniques in retelling the Bible. The second part reviews Josephuss treatment of twelve key biblical figures. In addition to its reevaluation of an important early historian, this unique compendium provides a mine of information on the reassessment of the most important biblical figures. Flap "Louis Feldman has delivered a hurricane. . . . This book is essential reading for anyone who plans to use Josephus to illuminate a biblical text, early Judaism, the background to early Christianity, or the classical world in general. "--Steve Mason, York University "The work stands as a testament to Professor Feldmans lifetime of research on Josephus. No one else could write this volume, a tour de force ."--Gregory Sterling, Notre Dame University Author Biography Louis H. Feldman is Professor of Classics at Yeshiva University. His books include Josephus and Modern Scholarship, 1937-1980 (1984), Jew and Gentile in the Ancient World: Attitudes and Interactions from Alexander to Justinian (1993), and Studies in Hellenistic Judaism (1996). Review "[This book] sets a benchmark for future studies on Josephuss works."--"Religious Studies Review Long Description Josephus (A.D. 37-?100), a pro-Roman Jew closely associated with the emperor Titus, is the earliest systematic commentator on the Bible, as well as one of the foremost historians of the beginning of the Christian era. Politically, Josephus was pro-Roman, and although he had no sympathy for extreme Jewish nationalism, he was a zealous defender of Jewish religion and culture. Louis H. Feldman examines the principles that guided Josephus in his understanding of the Bible, investigating his creative contribution in the rewriting of biblical accounts. This comprehensive study evaluates Josephus as a historian and demonstrates the originality and consistency of his work as an author. The first part of Feldmans work attempts to understand Josephuss purposes and techniques in retelling the Bible. The second part reviews Josephuss treatment of twelve key biblical figures. In addition to its reevaluation of an important early historian, this unique compendium provides a mine of information on the reassessment of the most important biblical figures. Review Text Praise for Alexander Kent: One of our foremost writers of naval fiction Sunday Times Details ISBN0520208536 Author Louis H. Feldman Short Title JOSEPHUSS INTERPRETATION OF TH Pages 750 Publisher University of California Press Language English ISBN-10 0520208536 ISBN-13 9780520208537 Media Book Format Hardcover Series Number 27 Year 1999 Imprint University of California Press Country of Publication United States Place of Publication Berkerley Residence IS DOI 10.1604/9780520208537 UK Release Date 1999-01-18 AU Release Date 1999-01-18 NZ Release Date 1999-01-18 US Release Date 1999-01-18 Series Hellenistic Culture and Society Publication Date 1999-01-18 DEWEY 220.6 Illustrations 3 tables Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159634186;

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