Isbn: 9781025436791 - the apocrypha (5 risultati)

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'The Apocrypha' comprises a collection of ancient books found in some editions of the Bible but excluded from the standard Hebrew Bible and many Protestant versions. These texts, spanning the intertestamental period, bridge the gap between the Old and New Testaments, providing vital historical and theological context for the evolution of religious thought. Included in this collection are significant works such as 'Tobit,' 'Judith,' 'The Wisdom of Solomon,' 'Ecclesiasticus,' and the books of the 'Maccabees.'This compilation offers readers a deeper understanding of the cultural and spiritual climate of the Hellenistic world. From accounts of heroic resistance and martyrdom to philosophical reflections on wisdom and virtue, these writings have profoundly influenced Western art, literature, and Christian liturgy for centuries. Whether studied for their literary merit or their historical significance, the works within 'The Apocrypha' remain essential reading for scholars, students of theology, and anyone interested in the development of sacred texts. These writings capture a pivotal era of transition, offering profound insights into the beliefs and traditions that helped shape modern religious heritage.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. "The Apocrypha" comprises a collection of ancient books found in some editions of the Bible but excluded from the standard Hebrew Bible and many Protestant versions. These texts, spanning the intertestamental period, bridge the gap between the Old and New Testaments, providing vital historical and theological context for the evolution of religious thought. Included in this collection are significant works such as "Tobit," "Judith," "The Wisdom of Solomon," "Ecclesiasticus," and the books of the "Maccabees."This compilation offers readers a deeper understanding of the cultural and spiritual climate of the Hellenistic world. From accounts of heroic resistance and martyrdom to philosophical reflections on wisdom and virtue, these writings have profoundly influenced Western art, literature, and Christian liturgy for centuries. Whether studied for their literary merit or their historical significance, the works within "The Apocrypha" remain essential reading for scholars, students of theology, and anyone interested in the development of sacred texts. These writings capture a pivotal era of transition, offering profound insights into the beliefs and traditions that helped shape modern religious heritage.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…