Philo: Ii

By F H Colson and G H Whitaker

"Philo II" presents a vital collection of the philosophical and exegetical works of Philo of Alexandria, a preeminent figure of the first century who sought to harmonize the Jewish scriptures with Greek philosophical traditions. This second volume includes several of his most significant treatises, including "On the Cherubim," "On the Sacrifices of Abel and Cain," "The Worse attacks the Better," "On the Posterity of Cain and his Exile," and "On the Giants."

Through these writings, Philo utilizes his sophisticated allegorical method to uncover the deeper ethical and metaphysical meanings within the Pentateuch. By integrating concepts from Platonism, Stoicism, and Pythagoreanism into his biblical commentary, he explores themes of divine providence, the nature of the soul, and the role of the Logos as a bridge between the Creator and the created world. These works are essential for understanding the intellectual milieu of Alexandria during the Roman period and the evolution of both Jewish and early Christian theology. This volume remains an indispensable resource for scholars of ancient philosophy, biblical hermeneutics, and the history of religious thought.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025901045
• ISBN13: 9781025901046
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 526 Pages
• Weight: 2.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 1.1" x 6.1"