Babylonian Influence on the Bible

Babylonian Influence on the Bible is a scholarly book written by A. Smythe Palmer that explores the similarities and influences of Babylonian culture and religion on the Bible. The author examines various aspects of Babylonian civilization, including their religious beliefs, social structure, and literary traditions, and compares them to similar themes found in the Hebrew Bible. The book also delves into the historical context of the Babylonian exile and its impact on the Jewish people, as well as the possible influence of Babylonian myths and legends on biblical stories. Through extensive research and analysis, Palmer provides a comprehensive and thought-provoking study of the Babylonian influence on the Bible, shedding new light on the origins and development of the Hebrew scriptures. This book is recommended for scholars and students of biblical studies, ancient Near Eastern history, and comparative religion.1897. And popular beliefs: Tehom and Tiamat, Hades and Satan. A comparative study of Genesis I, 2. Contents: Babylonian cradle land; Tehom and Tiamat; creation; primeval chaos; conflict between Tiamat and Merodach; serpent; dragons of the bible; the sea, a rebellious power; watery Hades, Tartaros; the deep as hell; punishment of the rebel host; the abyss; deserts as the haunts of devils; Euphrates as a spirit river.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.