The Book of Jubilees, also known as The Little Genesis, is a religious text that presents a detailed account of the history of the world from creation to the giving of the law at Mount Sinai. This book is believed to have been written in the second century BCE and was likely composed by a Jewish author. It is considered to be one of the most important texts in the Jewish tradition and is often used to supplement the biblical account of creation and the early history of humanity.The Book of Jubilees is divided into 50 ...
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The Book of Jubilees, also known as The Little Genesis, is a religious text that presents a detailed account of the history of the world from creation to the giving of the law at Mount Sinai. This book is believed to have been written in the second century BCE and was likely composed by a Jewish author. It is considered to be one of the most important texts in the Jewish tradition and is often used to supplement the biblical account of creation and the early history of humanity.The Book of Jubilees is divided into 50 chapters, each representing a year of the Jubilee cycle, which is a period of 49 years. The text provides a chronological account of the events of the world, starting with the creation of Adam and Eve and continuing through the lives of the patriarchs, the flood, and the establishment of the Israelite nation. It also includes detailed descriptions of the laws and customs of the Jewish people, as well as their religious practices and beliefs.The author of The Book of Jubilees presents a unique interpretation of biblical history, often expanding upon the stories found in the Bible and providing additional details and insights into the lives of the biblical figures. The text also includes elements of apocalyptic literature, with visions of the end of the world and the judgment of the righteous and the wicked.This edition of The Book of Jubilees is translated by Robert Henry Charles, a respected biblical scholar and theologian. Charles provides an introduction to the text, as well as extensive notes and commentary to help readers understand the historical and cultural context of the book. This edition is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Jewish people and the development of Jewish religious beliefs and practices.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1902 Edition.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.
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Good. Translated From the Ethiopic Text. Reprint and rebound originally published London: Society For Promoting Christian Knowledge; 1917. Reprint date and publisher unknown. POS on the back cover.; 12mo-over 6¾"-7¾" tall.
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