Helon's Pilgrimage To Jerusalem: A Picture Of Judaism, In The Century Which Preceded The Advent Of Our Savior (1835)

By Friedrich Strauss and Gerhard Friedrich Abraham St Strauss

Book Overview

Helon's Pilgrimage to Jerusalem is a book written by Frederick Strauss in 1835. The book is a vivid description of Judaism in the century before the birth of Jesus Christ. The protagonist, Helon, is a young Jewish man who embarks on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem in search of spiritual enlightenment. The book is divided into three parts, each describing Helon's journey and the people he meets along the way.The first part of the book focuses on Helon's journey from his home in Babylon to Jerusalem. He encounters various Jewish communities along the way and learns about their customs and beliefs. He also meets a group of Samaritans who offer him a different perspective on Judaism.The second part of the book describes Helon's experiences in Jerusalem. He explores the city and visits its many holy sites, including the Temple. He also meets with Jewish scholars and learns about the different schools of thought within Judaism.The third part of the book follows Helon as he returns home to Babylon. He reflects on his experiences and the lessons he has learned about Judaism and life in general.Overall, Helon's Pilgrimage to Jerusalem is a valuable historical and cultural document that provides a fascinating insight into Judaism in the century before the birth of Jesus Christ. The book is well-written and engaging, and it offers readers a unique perspective on an important period in Jewish 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165542544
• ISBN13: 9781165542543
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"