ISBN: 9781331046707 - the uncanonical and apocryphal scriptures, being the additions to the old testament canon which were included in the ancient greek and latin versions, ... additional matter found in the vulgate and (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book combines additions to the Old Testament canon that were included in ancient Greek and Latin versions, together with alternative readings found in the Vulgate and other ancient versions. The additions include historical narratives, didactic treatises, and lyrical poetry, providing insights into the religious, social, and cultural life of the Jewish people during the intertestamental period. The author draws on a variety of sources, including Josephus, to construct a comprehensive text that captures the richness and diversity of this body of literature. The book explores the relationship between the Apocrypha and other Jewish apocryphal writings, as well as its reception in the early Christian Church and subsequent controversies over its use. It sheds light on the development of the Old Testament canon and the ongoing significance of these texts for understanding the religious landscape of the ancient world. By presenting the Apocrypha in a clear and accessible format, this book invites readers to engage with these valuable and illuminating writings, gaining a deeper appreciation of the diverse literary and theological currents that shaped the history of the Hebrew Bible. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…