George Rawlinson

The Kings of Israel and Judah (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

This book brings scripture to life through history.

George Rawlinson chronicles the happenings of the kingdom of Judah from the extravagant reign of King Solomon to its destruction by the Babylonian Empire, and the rule of every king in between.

Rawlinson's account is detailed and from various religious and historical sources. He includes the kings' characters, how they rose to the throne, how they died, and every war, massacre, prophecy, miracle, and conspiracy associated with each.

The book succeeds in putting biblical events into historical context, and paints a holistic picture of the world at the time.

It's sometimes shocking to learn that two major, seemingly unrelated events, actually happened at the same time.

For instance, the interactions between Kings of Judah and Pharaohs of Egypt.

It leaves you with a deeper understanding of the Old Testament and the circumstances from which Christianity emerged.

"The court of Solomon...A place where such wealth, such luxury, and such unrestrained polygamy were rife, was not a school apt for the formation of a strong or self-reliant character."

"It seems to have been under these circumstances that the Israelite monarch called in the aid of his powerful ally and protector, the Egyptian Pharaoh."

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Left Of Brain Onboarding Pty Ltd
• Seitenzahl: 232
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Oktober 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781396318092
• Artikelnr.: 61975511

Autorenporträt

George Rawlinson (1812-1902) was a prominent 19th-century English scholar and historian renowned for his extensive writings on ancient history. Born on November 23, 1812, in Chadlington, Oxfordshire, he was a prominent figure in the intellectual life of Victorian England. Rawlinson's academic journey led him to Oxford University, where he excelled and later became a fellow and tutor at Exeter College. His scholarly work paid particular attention to the ancient civilizations of the Near East, including Persia, Phoenicia, and Assyria. In addition to his expertise in ancient history, Rawlinson was also a cleric of the Church of England, with his dual roles informing his interpretative approach to historical texts and events. His literary style often fused a rigorous attention to primary-source detail with a narrative prowess that made his histories both accessible and engaging to a broader audience. Among his numerous works, 'The Kings of Israel and Judah' is a noteworthy reference, showcasing Rawlinson's commitment to providing a detailed historical account of the monarchal period as described in the biblical narratives. His work has had a lasting impact on the field of historiography, as he was a pioneer in the use of inscriptions and other archaeological finds to corroborate the historical accounts found in classical literature. Rawlinson's legacy is that of a foundational figure in the academic study of ancient history, and his contributions continue to be referenced in biblical and historical scholarship.