Publisher's Synopsis
A Defense of the Old Testament is a book written by David Levi in 1797. The book is a series of letters addressed to Thomas Paine, who had written a book called The Age of Reason, in which he criticized the Bible, including the Old Testament. Levi's book is a response to Paine's criticisms, and it defends the Old Testament as a valuable and important text.Levi argues that the Old Testament is not only a religious text, but also a historical and cultural document. He contends that the stories and teachings in the Old Testament are relevant to people of all faiths and backgrounds, and that they provide valuable insights into human nature and the nature of God.Throughout the book, Levi addresses specific criticisms that Paine had made about the Old Testament, such as its alleged contradictions and inconsistencies. He also discusses the role of prophecy in the Old Testament, and argues that the prophecies contained therein are evidence of its divine inspiration.Overall, A Defense of the Old Testament is a passionate and well-reasoned defense of one of the most important religious texts in history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, or in the ongoing debate over the role and value of the Bible in modern society.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.
