Philo Judaeus And The Roman Principate

By Sterling Tracy

Book Overview

""Philo Judaeus and the Roman Principate"" by Sterling Tracy is a comprehensive study of the life and works of Philo Judaeus, a prominent Jewish philosopher and theologian who lived in Alexandria during the first century CE. The book explores Philo's relationship with the Roman Empire, particularly the reigns of Augustus and Tiberius, and how his writings reflected the political and social climate of the time. The author delves into Philo's philosophical and theological beliefs, examining his views on God, the nature of the universe, and the role of the Jewish people in the world. Tracy also explores Philo's influence on later Christian and Jewish thinkers, as well as his impact on the development of Hellenistic Judaism. Throughout the book, Tracy provides historical context and analysis of Philo's writings, drawing on a wide range of primary sources and secondary scholarship. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in ancient Jewish philosophy and the relationship between Judaism and the Roman Empire during the early years of the Common Era.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: 1432592203
• ISBN13: 9781432592202
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"