Josephus The Complete Works: Encounter the World and Traditions that Jesus Knew

ISBN: 0785250506

Author: Josephus

Condition: Used

Flavius Josephus was a first-century Pharisee, soldier, informant to the Romans, and writer. He left behind the most extensive writings on ancient Jewish history still in existence.These are his complete collected writings in a beautiful hardcover edition.If you want to understand and immerse yourself in the Jewish history, culture, and community of Jesus, let Josephus: The Complete Works open your eyes. Flavius Josephus-first-century Pharisee, Jewish historian, Roman consultant, and writer-documented aspects of life during the time of Christ, giving us extensive writings on ancient Jewish history.By studying Josephus' works, you'll gain a behind-the-scenes look at biblical figures, including Abraham, Moses, John the Baptist, and James the brother of Jesus; plus insights into the Dead Sea Scrolls community, Sadducees and Pharisees, the War of the Jews, and more.Features include: The War of the Jews-an account of the Jewish revolt against Rome up to the destruction of the temple in Jerusalem The Antiquities of the Jews-a history of the Jews from Creation to the Roman occupation of Palestine The Life of Flavius Josephus-the autobiography of Josephus, who fought against Rome and later served the empire Against Apion-a defense of the origin of Judaism in the face of Greco-Roman slanders Discourse to the Greeks Concerning Hades-a text Whiston attributed to Josephus Index of parallels between Josephuss Antiquities and the Old Testament including the Apocrypha