Mesopotamian Documents Which Illustrate Genesis

By C. J. Ball

Book Overview

Mesopotamian Documents Which Illustrate Genesis is a book written by C.J. Ball that explores the connections between the ancient Mesopotamian culture and the stories found in the book of Genesis. The author examines a variety of Mesopotamian texts, including creation myths, flood stories, and legal codes, and compares them to the biblical accounts. Through this comparison, Ball highlights the similarities and differences between the two cultures and sheds light on the historical context in which the book of Genesis was written. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the ancient Near East, as well as those interested in the relationship between the Bible and other ancient texts.THIS 88 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Light From the East Or the Witness of the Monuments, by C. J. Ball. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766135535.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: 1425367402
• ISBN13: 9781425367404
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"