A Vision of the Days: Studies in Early Jewish History and Historiography

A Vision of the Days: Studies in Early Jewish History and Historiography

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Publisher: BRILL

Published: 2024-08-29

Total Pages: 796

ISBN-13: 9004685561

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This collection of essays treats many aspects of ancient Jewish history and modern historiography in this area, with an emphasis on the history and literature of the Second Temple period and especially on the writings of Josephus. It is dedicated to Daniel R. Schwarz, and reflects his central academic interests. Additional essays deal with historical and ideological aspects of classical rabbinic literature, with archeological finds and with perceptions of the Jews and Judaism on the part of non-Jews in the Second Temple period and later.


Introducing Judaism

Introducing Judaism

Author: Eliezer Segal

Publisher:

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13:

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First Published in 2009. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.


Reading Jewish Religious Texts

Reading Jewish Religious Texts

Author: Eliezer Segal

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2012-02-07

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 1136651837

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Reading Jewish Religious Texts introduces students to a range of significant post-biblical Jewish writing. It covers diverse genres such as prayer and liturgical poetry, biblical interpretation, religious law, philosophy, mysticism and works of ethical instruction. Each text is newly translated into English and accompanied by a detailed explanation to help clarify the concepts and arguments. The commentary also situates the work within its broader historical and ideological context, giving readers an enhanced appreciation of its place in the Jewish religious experience. This volume includes a comprehensive timeline, glossary and bibliography.


Book of Beasts

Book of Beasts

Author: Elizabeth Morrison

Publisher: Getty Publications

Published: 2019

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 1606065904

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A celebration of the visual contributions of the bestiary--one of the most popular types of illuminated books during the Middle Ages--and an exploration of its lasting legacy. Brimming with lively animals both real and fantastic, the bestiary was one of the great illuminated manuscript traditions of the Middle Ages. Encompassing imaginary creatures such as the unicorn, siren, and griffin; exotic beasts including the tiger, elephant, and ape; as well as animals native to Europe like the beaver, dog, and hedgehog, the bestiary is a vibrant testimony to the medieval understanding of animals and their role in the world. So iconic were the stories and images of the bestiary that its beasts essentially escaped from the pages, appearing in a wide variety of manuscripts and other objects, including tapestries, ivories, metalwork, and sculpture. With over 270 color illustrations and contributions by twenty-five leading scholars, this gorgeous volume explores the bestiary and its widespread influence on medieval art and culture as well as on modern and contemporary artists like Pablo Picasso and Damien Hirst. Published to accompany an exhibition on view at the J. Paul Getty Museum at the Getty Center May 14 to August 18, 2019.


Flavius Josephus, Translation and Commentary

Flavius Josephus, Translation and Commentary

Author: Flavius Josephus

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Published: 2000

Total Pages: 640

ISBN-13: 9789004106796

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In Antiquities 15 Josephus offers an account of the Judean kingdom ruled by Herod the Great (37-4 BCE). The commentary interprets his narrative in detail and identifies historical considerations that arise in the course of such analysis.