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When we view Ya'acov (James) for who he was: a chief rabbi, a Torah scholar, a Bible commentator, and akin to a high court judge, then we can better understand the purpose of his book. One of the main thrusts of Ya'acov's teaching is encouraging the practical application of the Torah's teachings.
General Editor's Preface xi
Foreword xv
Introduction 1
Explanation of how the Old Testament Designation "Ya'akov" Became the New Testament Designation, "Iakoboy" 7
Chapter 1 The Background of The Book Yalqut, Greek And "The Principal Matter" 9
Chapter 2 Patashat Kedoshim And Ya'akov 15
Chapter 3 Who Was Ya'akov? The Man And His Influence 31
Chapter 4 The Torah Based Concepts Behind The Greek Vocabulary of Yalqut Ya'akov 51
Chapter 5 The Concept of "Faith And Works" 81
Endnotes 99
Glossary 107
Bibliography 111
Author Biography 115
Contributing Author Biography 115
Overview
When we view Ya'acov (James) for who he was: a chief rabbi, a Torah scholar, a Bible commentator, and akin to a high court judge, then we can better understand the purpose of his book. One of the main thrusts of Ya'acov's teaching is encouraging the practical application of the Torah's teachings.