Sketches of Jewish Social Life: Updated Edition
For the first time since it originally appeared, this classic work has been newly typeset in an easy—to—read modern typeface, making reading, studying, and consulting easier than ever before. The most relevant citations of Scripture, rabbinic sources, and the works of Philo and Josephus are supplied to complement Edersheim’s masterful assessment of the writings of Jesus’ day. This gives bland references fresh interest, in many cases shedding invaluable light on difficult passages or capturing the deep devotion. Edersheim brings to the task an understanding of the world of Jesus and His disciples.

The scenes portrayed by Edersheim’s hand come alive in the more than 50 carefully selected illustrations, maps, photos, and drawings. Enhanced both aesthetically and practically, this edition of Sketches of Jewish Social Life has no rival. Edersheim’s notes remain indispensable for unlocking the mysteries of the ancient world. Always sensitive to the priority of God’s Word, Edersheim takes the reader back to the Bible again and again to show the authority behind his writing. Readers know they will receive reliable primary and secondary resources in these helpful notes.
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Sketches of Jewish Social Life: Updated Edition
For the first time since it originally appeared, this classic work has been newly typeset in an easy—to—read modern typeface, making reading, studying, and consulting easier than ever before. The most relevant citations of Scripture, rabbinic sources, and the works of Philo and Josephus are supplied to complement Edersheim’s masterful assessment of the writings of Jesus’ day. This gives bland references fresh interest, in many cases shedding invaluable light on difficult passages or capturing the deep devotion. Edersheim brings to the task an understanding of the world of Jesus and His disciples.

The scenes portrayed by Edersheim’s hand come alive in the more than 50 carefully selected illustrations, maps, photos, and drawings. Enhanced both aesthetically and practically, this edition of Sketches of Jewish Social Life has no rival. Edersheim’s notes remain indispensable for unlocking the mysteries of the ancient world. Always sensitive to the priority of God’s Word, Edersheim takes the reader back to the Bible again and again to show the authority behind his writing. Readers know they will receive reliable primary and secondary resources in these helpful notes.
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Sketches of Jewish Social Life: Updated Edition

Sketches of Jewish Social Life: Updated Edition

by Alfred Edersheim
Sketches of Jewish Social Life: Updated Edition

Sketches of Jewish Social Life: Updated Edition

by Alfred Edersheim

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For the first time since it originally appeared, this classic work has been newly typeset in an easy—to—read modern typeface, making reading, studying, and consulting easier than ever before. The most relevant citations of Scripture, rabbinic sources, and the works of Philo and Josephus are supplied to complement Edersheim’s masterful assessment of the writings of Jesus’ day. This gives bland references fresh interest, in many cases shedding invaluable light on difficult passages or capturing the deep devotion. Edersheim brings to the task an understanding of the world of Jesus and His disciples.

The scenes portrayed by Edersheim’s hand come alive in the more than 50 carefully selected illustrations, maps, photos, and drawings. Enhanced both aesthetically and practically, this edition of Sketches of Jewish Social Life has no rival. Edersheim’s notes remain indispensable for unlocking the mysteries of the ancient world. Always sensitive to the priority of God’s Word, Edersheim takes the reader back to the Bible again and again to show the authority behind his writing. Readers know they will receive reliable primary and secondary resources in these helpful notes.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781565638310
Publisher: Hendrickson Publishers, Incorporated
Publication date: 05/01/1994
Edition description: Updated Edition
Pages: 320
Product dimensions: 6.10(w) x 9.10(h) x 1.20(d)
Age Range: 18 Years

About the Author

Alfred Edersheim (1825–89) was a Vienna-born biblical scholar who converted from Judaism to Christianity. A veteran minister and missionary to the Jews of Romania, Edersheim left an enduring and priceless legacy to followers of Christ. Among his most widely read works are The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah, The Temple: Its Ministry and Services, and Bible History Old Testament.

Table of Contents

Preface 6

Chapter 1 Palestine Eighteen Centuries Ago 9

Chapter 2 Jews and Gentiles in "The Land" 18

Chapter 3 In Galilee at the time of our Lord 30

Chapter 4 Traveling in Palestine-Roads, Inns, Hospitality, Custom-House Officers, Taxation, Publicans 38

Chapter 5 In Judaea 51

Chapter 6 Jewish Homes 71

Chapter 7 The Upbringing of Jewish Children 83

Chapter 8 Home Education in Israel; Female Education. Elementary Schools, Schoolmasters, and School Arrangements 97

Chapter 9 Mothers, Daughters, and Wives in Israel 109

Chapter 10 In Death and After Death 125

Chapter 11 Jewish Views on Trade, Tradesmen, and Trades' Guilds 140

Chapter 12 Commerce 153

Chapter 13 Among the People, and with the Pharisees 163

Chapter 14 The "Fraternity" of Pharisees 174

Chapter 15 Relation of the Pharisees to the Sadducees and Essenes, and to the Gospel of Christ 183

Chapter 16 Synagogues: Their Origin, Structure and Outward Arrangements 190

Chapter 17 The Worship of the Synagogue 201

Chapter 18 Brief Outline of Ancient Jewish Theological Literature 213

Appendix 1 The Mishnic Tractate Descriptive of the Measurements of the Temple 224

Appendix 2 Extracts from the Babylon Talmud 235

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