Publisher's Synopsis
Bible Studies: Contributions To The History Of The Language, The Literature And The Religion Of Hellenistic Judaism And Primitive Christianity is a book written by G. Adolf Deissmann and first published in 1909. The book explores the historical and linguistic context of the Bible, specifically focusing on the language, literature, and religion of Hellenistic Judaism and primitive Christianity. Deissmann's work is divided into two main sections. The first section focuses on the language and literature of the Bible, examining the Greek language used in the New Testament and the Septuagint, as well as the literary forms and styles found in these texts. The second section explores the religious and cultural context of the Bible, including the beliefs and practices of Hellenistic Judaism and early Christianity, as well as the social and political conditions of the time.Throughout the book, Deissmann draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological discoveries, and historical records, to provide a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the Bible and its historical context. His work has been praised for its scholarly rigor and its contribution to our understanding of the Bible as a historical and cultural artifact.Overall, Bible Studies: Contributions To The History Of The Language, The Literature And The Religion Of Hellenistic Judaism And Primitive Christianity is a valuable resource for scholars and students of biblical studies, history, and linguistics, as well as anyone interested in the cultural and religious context of the Bible.Contributions Chiefly From Papyri And Inscriptions To The History Of The Language, The Literature And The Religion Of Hellenistic Judaism And Primitive Christianity.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.
