Israel Or Jacob's New Name: A Study (1908)

By Edward Payson Vining

Book Overview

Israel Or Jacob's New Name: A Study is a book written by Edward Payson Vining in 1908. The book is a study of the biblical character Jacob and his transformation into Israel, which is said to have occurred after he wrestled with an angel. Vining explores the significance of this transformation and what it means for the Jewish people and their history. The book delves into the symbolism of Jacob's name change and how it relates to his character and his relationship with God. Vining also discusses the historical context of the story and how it has been interpreted by various scholars and religious traditions. Overall, Israel Or Jacob's New Name: A Study is a thoughtful and insightful exploration of one of the most important figures in Jewish history and the meaning behind his transformation.Showing That The Meaning Of The Name And The Use Of Cognate Words Furnish Several Convincing Proofs Of The Historicity Of The Biblical Record Concerning Him And Of The Early Date Of The Pentateuch.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: 1165534924
• ISBN13: 9781165534920
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"