Publisher's Synopsis
In this classic work, Alfred Edersheim (1825 -1889) provides a detailed look at the Temple, the Priesthood, the Sacrificial system and Jewish Festivals at the time of Jesus Christ. Its 19 chapters cover topics such as: Sacrifices and what they meant, Temple Music, the Sabbath, Feasts, the Day of Atonement, New Moon Festivals, Vows, andmuch more!
Edersheim himself was a Messianic Jew and gives great insights from historical sources, Jewish tradition and teaching. He was a well-known pastor and scholar, who ministered in Scotland and England. He wrote numerous books, including his famous work"The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah" as well as "Sketches of Jewish Social Life at the time of Christ." This is not a scanned copy, but a fully-edited publication, complete with proper footnotes. Also includes Edersheim's original illustrations!
