Publisher's Synopsis
""The Development of the Messianic Hope"" by Henry Wace is a scholarly work that explores the evolution of the concept of the Messiah in Jewish and Christian traditions. Wace examines the roots of the Messianic hope in the Old Testament and traces its development through the intertestamental period, the early Christian era, and the Middle Ages. He explores the different interpretations of the Messianic prophecies and the various Messianic figures that emerged throughout history. Wace also discusses the impact of Messianic beliefs on Jewish and Christian thought, and how they have shaped the course of history. This book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of theology, as well as anyone interested in the history of religion and the development 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.