The History Of The Jews: From The Babylonian Captivity To The Present Time (1842)

By James A. Huie, William Craig Brownlee, Matthew A. Berk

Book Overview

The History of the Jews: From the Babylonian Captivity to the Present Time is a comprehensive book written by Matthew A. Berk in 1842. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Jewish people from the Babylonian captivity to the present day. It covers the major events, figures, and movements that have shaped the Jewish community over the centuries, including the rise of Christianity, the Islamic conquests, the Crusades, the Spanish Inquisition, and the Holocaust.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular period or event in Jewish history. It begins with the Babylonian captivity, which marked the beginning of the Jewish diaspora, and follows the community through its various exiles, migrations, and struggles for survival. The book also explores the cultural, social, and religious developments of the Jewish people, including the emergence of different sects and movements, such as the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Essenes.The author provides a detailed analysis of the Jewish experience in different parts of the world, including Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. He also examines the impact of anti-Semitism, Zionism, and the establishment of the state of Israel on the Jewish community. Throughout the book, Berk emphasizes the resilience, creativity, and adaptability of the Jewish people in the face of adversity.Overall, The History of the Jews: From the Babylonian Captivity to the Present Time is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Jewish history, culture, and identity. It offers a comprehensive and engaging account of the Jewish experience, from ancient times to the present day.Comprising Their Conquests, Dispersions, Wanderings Persecutions, Commercial Enterprises, Literature, Manners, Customs, And Forms Of Worship.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: 1166206009
• ISBN13: 9781166206000
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 522 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"