Alcimus, Enemy of the Maccabees

By Benjamin Edidin Scolnic and Benjamin Edidin

Known mainly because of the holiday of Hanukkah, the Maccabean era is a fascinating and significant period of history that is vital to our understanding of the formation of Judaism. This study evaluates Alcimus' heritage and loyalty to traditions in a much more positive manner. Alcimus, an ignored or denigrated figure in Jewish history, is restored as a leader who attempted to perpetuate his religion and his people.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761830448
• ISBN13: 9780761830443
• Release Date: October 2004
• Publisher: University Press of America
• Length: 198 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.3" x 9.0"