The Religion Of Israel: A Manual

By Jan Knappert and Formerly Senior Fellow Jan Knappert

Book Overview

The Religion of Israel: A Manual by Jan Knappert is a comprehensive guide to the religious practices and beliefs of the ancient Israelites. The book explores the historical context of the Israelites, including their relationship with neighboring cultures and their experiences of exile and return. It also delves into the religious texts and traditions of the Israelites, including the Hebrew Bible, the Talmud, and the Midrash. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of God, the role of the prophets, the significance of the Temple, and the rituals and festivals of the Israelites. It also examines the development of Jewish mysticism and the influence of Greek philosophy on Jewish thought.Throughout the book, Knappert provides in-depth analysis and interpretation of key texts and concepts, drawing on a wide range of scholarly sources. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for students and scholars of religion, as well as anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Israel.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163269085
• ISBN13: 9781163269084
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"