Author: Flavius Josephus Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 19
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Dive into the profound insights of Flavius Josephus in "An Extract out of Josephus's Discourse to The Greeks Concerning Hades." Translated by William Whiston, this work delves into the Jewish understanding of the afterlife and Hades. Josephus's discourse offers a unique perspective on ancient Jewish beliefs and their intersection with Greek thought.
Author: Flavius Josephus Publisher: Kregel Academic ISBN: 9780825429248 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 1154
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(Revised and expanded edition; commentary by Paul L. Maier) Unabridged. Includes harmony of Greek and English numbering systems, table of Jewish weights and measures, Old Testament text parallels, twenty full-page illustrations, and an updated index.
Author: Flavius Josephus Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 2490
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The Complete Works of Flavius Josephus is a seminal text that offers a comprehensive insight into the history, customs, and beliefs of the Jewish people during the first century. Written in a clear and straightforward style, Josephus provides detailed accounts of important events such as the Jewish War and the Antiquities of the Jews, offering a valuable historical perspective on the period. Josephus's literary style is marked by his ability to blend historical fact with personal anecdotes, making his works engaging and informative. His intimate knowledge of Jewish customs and traditions permeates throughout the text, offering readers a unique glimpse into the world of first-century Judea. Flavius Josephus, a Jewish historian and scholar, wrote The Complete Works as a means of preserving the history and traditions of his people amidst the tumultuous political landscape of his time. His firsthand experiences and extensive research serve as the foundation for the comprehensive and authoritative nature of his works. I highly recommend The Complete Works of Flavius Josephus to anyone interested in ancient Jewish history, as it provides a valuable source of information and insight into the cultural and religious practices of the era.
Author: Christopher M. Date Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers ISBN: 1630871605 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 344
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Most evangelical Christians believe that those people who are not saved before they die will be punished in hell forever. But is this what the Bible truly teaches? Do Christians need to rethink their understanding of hell? In the late twentieth century, a growing number of evangelical theologians, biblical scholars, and philosophers began to reject the traditional doctrine of eternal conscious torment in hell in favor of a minority theological perspective called conditional immortality. This view contends that the unsaved are resurrected to face divine judgment, just as Christians have always believed, but due to the fact that immortality is only given to those who are in Christ, the unsaved do not exist forever in hell. Instead, they face the punishment of the "second death"--an end to their conscious existence. This volume brings together excerpts from a variety of well-respected evangelical thinkers, including John Stott, John Wenham, and E. Earl Ellis, as they articulate the biblical, theological, and philosophical arguments for conditionalism. These readings will give thoughtful Christians strong evidence that there are indeed compelling reasons for rethinking hell.
Author: Flavius Josephus Publisher: Alpha Edition ISBN: 9789355396266 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 82
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The book, "" Antiquities of the Jews; Book - I "", has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies and hence the text is clear and readable.
Author: Josephus Publisher: www.bnpublishing.com ISBN: 9781607963134 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 838
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You haven't completed your biblical understanding until you've traveled back to the lands where it all took place. Now you can hear the sounds and see the sights, meet the people who were there when it happened. This comprehensive account from the legendary Jewish historian takes you right into the action, setting up the historical relevance of first-century events, taking you all the way from Creation to Roman occupation. In the process, Josephus provides substantial first-hand corroboration of the biblical record. Most importantly, you'll meet the historical Jesus in Josephus' writings, as well as John the Baptist and other familiar faces. You'll be able to understand the background of the Bible like never before.
Author: Flavius Josephus
Author: Flavius Josephus
Author: Flavius Josephus
Author: Flavius Josephus
Author: Flavius Josephus
Author: Christopher M. Date
Author: Flavius Josephus
Author: Josephus
Author: Flavius Josephus
Author: Flavius Josephus