Publisher's Synopsis
Selections From Josephus is a book that contains selected works from the famous Jewish historian and scholar, Josephus. Josephus, also known as Flavius Josephus, was a first-century Jewish historian who chronicled the Jewish War against Rome and the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. The book contains a collection of writings by Josephus, including his most famous works, such as The Jewish War and The Antiquities of the Jews. The selected writings offer insights into the history, culture, and religion of the Jewish people during the time of the Roman Empire.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Jewish history and culture. The first section provides an overview of Jewish history from the time of Abraham to the destruction of the Second Temple. The following sections delve deeper into specific topics, such as the Jewish War against Rome, the life of King Herod, and the teachings of the Jewish sects of the Pharisees and Sadducees.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Jewish history, religion, and culture, as well as those studying ancient history and the Roman Empire.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.
