The Early Religion Of Israel

By Lewis Bayles Paton

Book Overview

The Early Religion of Israel is a scholarly book written by Lewis Bayles Paton that examines the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Israelites. The book is divided into three parts, each of which explores a different aspect of Israelite religion. In the first part, Paton discusses the origins of Israelite religion, tracing its roots back to the ancient Near East and examining the influence of neighboring cultures on Israelite beliefs. He also explores the role of the Israelite prophets in shaping the religion of the Israelites.The second part of the book focuses on the worship practices of the Israelites, including their sacrifices, festivals, and rituals. Paton examines the significance of these practices and their evolution over time.In the final part of the book, Paton discusses the ethical and moral teachings of Israelite religion, including the Ten Commandments and other laws and teachings found in the Hebrew Bible. He also explores the concept of God in Israelite religion, including the development of monotheism and the role of God in the lives of the Israelites.Overall, The Early Religion of Israel provides a comprehensive and detailed examination of the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Israelites, offering insights into the historical and cultural context in which these beliefs developed.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: 1428622667
• ISBN13: 9781428622661
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"