The Essenes

By Arthur Lillie

Book Overview

The Essenes is a book written by Arthur Lillie that delves into the history, beliefs, and practices of the Essenes, a Jewish sect that existed during the Second Temple period. Lillie provides a comprehensive overview of the Essenes, including their origins, their lifestyle, their religious practices, and their influence on Judaism and Christianity. He draws on a range of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological findings, and historical records, to paint a vivid picture of this fascinating group. The book also explores the Essenes' relationship with other Jewish sects, such as the Pharisees and the Sadducees, and their role in the political and social context of the time. Overall, The Essenes is a thorough and engaging exploration of one of the most intriguing groups in Jewish history.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: India in Primitive Christianity, by Arthur Lillie. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766135209.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1169416470
• ISBN13: 9781169416475
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"