Legends of the Patriarchs and Prophets and Other Old Testament Characters

Legends of the Patriarchs and Prophets and Other Old Testament Characters is a book written by S. Baring-Gould that explores the stories and legends surrounding some of the most prominent figures in the Old Testament. The book delves into the lives of characters such as Adam and Eve, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and King David, examining the myths and folklore that have grown up around them over the centuries. Baring-Gould draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, medieval literature, and folk tales, to paint a vivid picture of these legendary figures and their enduring significance. The book is a fascinating exploration of the myths and legends that have helped to shape our understanding of the Bible and its characters, and will appeal to anyone with an interest in religious history and mythology.1881. An incredible number of legends exists connected with the personages whose history is given in the Old Testament. This list is lengthy, but by no means exhaustive. Partial Contents: Fall of the Angels; Adam and Eve; Fall of Man; Cain and Abel; Seth; Enoch; The Giants; Methuselah; Noah; Relics of the Ark; Prophets Eber and Saleh; Tower of Babel; Abraham; Melchizedek; Esau and Jacob; Joseph; Job; Jethro; Moses; Joshua; Judges; Samuel; Saul; David; Solomon; Elijah; Isaiah; Jeremiah; Ezekiel; Ezra; Zechariah.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.