A History Of The Jews - Joseph Robertson - Bog

A History of the Jews: From the Babylonish Captivity to the Destruction of Jerusalem (1852) is a comprehensive account of the history of the Jewish people from their exile in Babylon to the fall of Jerusalem. Written by Joseph Robertson, the book provides a detailed and insightful analysis of the political, social, and religious developments that shaped the Jewish community during this period.The book begins with the Babylonian captivity and the subsequent return of the Jews to their homeland. Robertson provides a detailed account of the rebuilding of the Temple and the revival of Jewish culture and society under the leadership of Ezra and Nehemiah. He also explores the influence of Greek culture on Jewish life and the rise of Hellenistic Judaism.The second half of the book focuses on the period leading up to the destruction of Jerusalem by the Romans in 70 AD. Robertson examines the political and religious tensions between the Jewish people and the Roman Empire, as well as the internal conflicts within the Jewish community itself. He also provides a detailed account of the siege of Jerusalem and the destruction of the Temple.Throughout the book, Robertson draws on a wide range of historical sources, including the Bible, the works of Josephus, and other contemporary accounts. He also provides a critical analysis of these sources, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses.Overall, A History of the Jews: From the Babylonish Captivity to the Destruction of Jerusalem (1852) is an important work of Jewish history that provides a valuable insight into the political, social, and religious developments that shaped the Jewish community during this period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.