Publisher's Synopsis
The Development of the Messianic Hope, written by Henry Wace, is a comprehensive study of the concept of the Messiah in Judaism, Christianity, and other religions. The book traces the evolution of the Messianic idea from its origins in the Hebrew Bible to its development in the New Testament and beyond. Wace explores the various interpretations of the Messiah in different religious traditions, including the Jewish concept of a political savior, the Christian belief in a divine redeemer, and the Islamic expectation of a final prophet. He also examines the influence of Messianic ideas on politics, culture, and society throughout history. The Development of the Messianic Hope is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history of religion and the evolution of religious ideas.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Prophecy: Jewish and Christian, by Henry Wace. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766140326.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.
