A Sketch Of The History Of The Jews: From The End Of The Captivity To The Coming Of The Messiah (1849)

By Bennett George Johns

Book Overview

""A Sketch of the History of the Jews: From the End of the Captivity to the Coming of the Messiah"" is a historical book written by B.G. Johns in 1849. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the Jewish history from the end of the Babylonian captivity to the coming of the Messiah. The author delves into the various events that shaped the Jewish people during this period, including the rise of the Persian Empire, the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem, the Hellenistic period, and the Roman occupation of Palestine. Johns also explores the religious, cultural, and political developments that occurred during this time, including the emergence of the Pharisees and Sadducees, the rise of the Jewish diaspora, and the influence of Greek and Roman culture on Jewish society. The author provides a detailed analysis of the various Jewish sects and their beliefs, as well as their interactions with other cultures and religions. This book is an important resource for anyone interested in Jewish history and culture, as it provides a comprehensive overview of the Jewish people during a pivotal time in their history. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers alike. Overall, ""A Sketch of the History of the Jews"" is a valuable addition to the field of Jewish studies and a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the rich and complex history of the Jewish people.With An Appendix.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437468012
• ISBN13: 9781437468014
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"