From the Maccabees to the Mishnah

Autori

• Shaye J. D. Cohen

Parametri

• 266 pagine
• 10 ore di lettura

• Esoterismo e religione
• Giudaica
• Religione
• Saggistica
• Storia

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Focusing on the evolution of Judaism during the Roman Empire and the emergence of rabbinic Judaism, this updated edition delves into the intricate interplay between Jews and Gentiles, the role of Jewish religion in society, and the rise of various Jewish sects. Shaye Cohen's comprehensive analysis combines religious, literary, and historical perspectives, offering clarity on the biblical canon's formation and the foundations of rabbinic thought. This work serves as an essential introduction to the historical context that influenced both Judaism and early Christianity.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2006

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