The Legacy of Israel

By Edward R. Bevan

Book Overview

The Legacy of Israel by Edwyn R. Bevan is a comprehensive book that explores the history, culture, and religion of the Jewish people. The book examines the origins of Judaism, the development of the Hebrew Bible, and the significance of the Jewish people throughout history. Bevan delves into the role of Israel in the ancient world, its interactions with other cultures, and its enduring impact on Western civilization. The author also explores the concept of messianic hope and the role of Israel in the Christian faith. The book provides a detailed analysis of the Jewish diaspora, the Holocaust, and the establishment of the State of Israel. The Legacy of Israel is a must-read for anyone interested in Jewish history, religion, and culture.1927. This book is concerned with the elements that western civilization has drawn from Israel throughout the ages. It deals with the contribution that has come to human thought from Judaism and the Jewish view of the world. Includes essays by the following authors: Sir George Adam Smith; Edwyn Bevan; F.C. Burkitt; R.T. Herford; A. Guillaume; Charles and Dorothea Singer; Rev. Canon Box; W.B. Selbie; N. Isaacs; L. Roth; A. Meillet; Laurie Magnus; C.G. Montefiore; with an introduction by the Master of Balliol.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: 1162588667
• ISBN13: 9781162588667
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 678 Pages
• Weight: 3.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 8.3" x 11.0"