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Among the many important historical documents from the Classical world of Greece and Rome The Antiquities of the Jews by Flavius Josephus is one of the most distinctive and characterful. Josephus (37-c100 CE) set out with the clear purpose of telling the history of the Jews from the creation in Genesis to the Jewish revolt against the Romans in 66 CE. Born in Jerusalem as Yosef ben Matityahu, he rose to become a leading participant in the First Jewish Revolt (66-73 CE).

In AD 66, nationalist and religious revolutionaries in Judaea led a ferocious revolt of the Jewish people against the authority of mighty Rome, culminating in the greatest upheaval and savagery the world had known up to that time. By the end of the conflict seven years later, over one million Jews had perished and tens of thousands were sold into slavery. Until the Holocaust, it remained the greatest tragedy ever endured by a people. How had this once prosperous region been laid low, and by what process did its fratricidal feuds take it down a slippery slope to utter annihilation? Fortunately for us, there was an eyewitness.

Josephus’ Retelling of the Bible—Now in a Fresh, Modern Translation From creation to the restoration under Ezra and Nehemiah, Antiquities of the Jews, Part One (Books 1–11) recounts the story of Israel for a Greco-Roman world in sweeping detail. Covers biblical history from Genesis through Ezra-Nehemiah. Retells familiar stories—Abraham, Moses, David, Solomon—with added detail and perspective. Preserves Jewish tradition alongside the biblical narrative, making it a unique witness to ancient interpretation. Written by Josephus, a Jewish historian and eyewitness to the first-century...

The Jewish War is an extraordinary historical document in that it details a calamitous period of four years during which the Jews pitted themselves against the might of the Roman empire. It is partly a remarkable account in that its author, Flavius Josephus (c.37–c.100 CE) was himself a Jew and yet, during the course of the conflict, found himself playing a prominent role for both sides. It is further underpinned by the fact that Josephus himself was not only a participant, but also an historian and a scholar of standing.

For Christians, Flavius Josephus’ (37 to c. 100 A.D) works are one of the most essential extra-biblical chronicles written in the first century. His Jewish Antiquities are particularly valuable for Christians as a fountain of knowledge about the intertestamental period, from the destruction of Solomon’s temple by Antiochus Epiphanes in 167 B.C. to the Roman procurator Florus in 64 A.D. But Josephus’ writings also take us back in Jewish history to God’s creation of the world, providing interesting sidelights to the Hebrew Scripture narratives from oral testimonies and other ancient, ...

Josephus on the Jewish War—An Eyewitness Account in Modern English The Jewish War (Books 1–7) is Josephus’ gripping narrative of the revolt against Rome that reshaped Jewish history in the first century CE. Written by a participant and survivor, it offers a vivid, sometimes harrowing, account of events that culminated in the destruction of Jerusalem and its temple in 70 CE. Recounts the background to the revolt under Roman rule. Gives firsthand detail of battles, sieges, and political intrigue. Describes the fall of Jerusalem and the devastation of Judea. Offers unique perspective ...

Josephus Flavius was a Roman-Jewish historian and military leader. Best known for writing the masterpiece "THE JEWISH WAR". Josephus was was born in Jerusalem which was at the time part of the Roman province of Judea. His father was of priestly descent, and his mother claimed royal ancestry. Learn more about this fascinating character who claimed Jewish messianic prophecies that initiated the first Jewish-Roman war.

The ancient historian Josephus is key to a proper understanding of the time of Christ and the early church era. This recording, an abridged paraphrase of two Josephus histories, will transport you back in time to the period 37 B.C. to A.D. 70, from the time Herod took Jerusalem to become "King of the Jews," to the Roman destruction of Jerusalem and its temple.

Were there giants in the ancient past? Where did they come from? Why was God so annoyed with them? What does that all have to do with today? How does this apply to the End Times? This 3500 word article discusses ancient giants and Nephilim before Noah's Flood, after the Flood and the reappearance of "transhumanism" in the current day. A Biblical world view is applied using references from Genesis, the Book of Enoch, The Book of Jasher and Josephus' Antiquities of the Jews.

From the Maccabees to Herod—Jewish History in a New, Modern Translation From the aftermath of Alexander the Great to the reign of Herod the Great, Antiquities of the Jews, Part Two (Books 12–20) continues Josephus’ sweeping retelling of Israel’s story. Covers the turbulent centuries between the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament. Recounts the Maccabean revolt and the rise of the Hasmonean dynasty. Describes Judea’s entanglement with Roman politics and power. Introduces Herod the Great and his successors, rulers central to the New Testament era. Newly translated into modern, ...

Una nueva traducción moderna del historiador judío más importante del siglo I La historia del pueblo de Israel contada con fidelidad, claridad y rigor histórico. Traducción directa del texto griego, fiel y moderna. Incluye los Libros 1–11 de Antigüedades de los judíos. Presenta la historia desde la creación del mundo hasta el exilio babilónico. Conserva el tono narrativo y el contexto histórico de Josefo. Ideal para lectores, investigadores y traductores bíblicos. Flavio Josefo, testigo del judaísmo del Segundo Templo y de los orígenes del cristianismo, escribió sus ...

La autobiografía, defensa y relato bélico de Josefo, ahora en español moderno Explore la vida y obra del historiador judío más importante del siglo I. Traducción directa del griego, moderna y fiel al original. Incluye Vida de Josefo, Contra Apión y La guerra de los judíos. Relata la vida de Josefo y su testimonio personal sobre la rebelión judía contra Roma. Defiende la historia y cultura judía frente al mundo grecorromano. Ideal para lectores, investigadores y estudiantes de historia antigua y bíblica. Este volumen final ofrece una visión completa de la figura de Flavio Josefo...

The Jewish rebellion against Rome was a significant turning point in Jewish history. Although Josephus is known for his divided loyalties in the rebellion, his account is the most detailed record available of the Jewish life and revolt under Roman rule. Born in Jerusalem to a father of priestly descent and a mother who claimed royal ancestry, Josephus was a first-century Romano-Jewish scholar, hagiographer, and historian.

The Jewish royal family in Roman times was descended from priests, and not from David. The starting point of this story is the fact that Josephus Flavius, and with him the whole Judaic priestly line, descended directly from Moses. Yet, according to the universally recognized and accepted tradition, all the priests descended from Moses's brother Aaron. It is a tradition that was born at the time of Ezra--and because of the works of Ezra. Since then, it has been continually reasserted with force and conviction, to the point of becoming an unquestioned truth that nobody has ever doubted, but ...

After 2,000 years, his writings remain an important and relevant source for historians and Bible Scholars. Josephus - The History of the Jews Condensed in Simple English takes one of his most important works and presents it to modern readers in condensed simple English the first update of his Antiquities in nearly 300 years. Treasures of faith and history await your discovery on each page. Find out about a prophetic and friendly meeting between Alexander the Great and the high priest, Jaddua. Learn important details about the first and second temples essential for understanding the ...

This book is about the actions of certain remarkable people. What these notable people did to not only survive but thrive teaches us something about life, how in times of trouble people summon up courage. These are true stories about people galvanized by danger who thought out of the box and took actions varying from unique to off the charts. By doing these acts they gave us something today to marvel at. Whether we are inspired or disgusted by what they did we do see what human beings are capable of in times of stress. By attacking problems with careful calculations and not giving up each ...

“Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat will make you a better cook” (Bon Apetit). Millions of readers and cooks of all levels have radically transformed their skillset thanks to this indispensable cookbook from the chef NPR called “the next Julia Child.” Transform how you prep, cook, and think about...

Bryce Quinlan had the perfect life-working hard all day and partying all night - until a demon murdered her closest friends, leaving her bereft, wounded, and alone. When the accused is behind bars but the crimes start up again, Bryce finds herself at the heart of the investigation. She'll do whatever it takes to avenge their deaths. Hunt Athalar is a notorious Fallen angel, now enslaved to the Archangels he once attempted to overthrow. His brutal skills and incredible strength have been set to one purpose - to assassinate his boss' enemies, no questions asked.

The writings of Josephus contain one of the few historical accounts of the wars of the Jews and the destruction of Jerusalem during the Roman occupation of Palestine in 70 A.D. Born in Jerusalem in 37 A.D. and raised in both the Hellenic and Jewish traditions, Josephus spent his life trying to accommodate his admiration for the Romans with his loyalty to his Jewish heritage.

In his wickedly brilliant first novel, Debut Dagger Award winner Alan Bradley introduces one of the most singular and engaging heroines in recent fiction: eleven-year-old Flavia de Luce, an aspiring chemist with a passion for poison. It is the summer of 1950—and a series of inexplicable events...