Publisher's Synopsis
Oriental Literature V2: Applied To The Illustration Of The Sacred Scriptures is a book written by Samuel Burder and published in 1822. The book is a comprehensive study of the literature of the Orient and its application to the interpretation and illustration of the Bible. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history and culture of the Orient, the languages and literature of the region, and the religious and philosophical beliefs of the people.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Oriental literature. The first section provides an overview of the history and culture of the Orient, including its geography, politics, and social structure. The second section focuses on the languages and literature of the region, including an in-depth analysis of the Arabic, Persian, and Turkish languages.The third section of the book is dedicated to the religious and philosophical beliefs of the people of the Orient. It explores the various faiths and doctrines of the region, including Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. The fourth section of the book applies the knowledge gained from the previous sections to the interpretation and illustration of the Bible. It examines the cultural and historical context of the Bible and shows how Oriental literature can be used to shed light on its meaning.Overall, Oriental Literature V2: Applied To The Illustration Of The Sacred Scriptures is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literature and culture of the Orient, as well as for scholars and students of the Bible who wish to deepen their understanding of its meaning and significance.In Two Volumes.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.