Jerusalem Under The High Priests: Five Lectures On The Period Between Nehemiah And The New Testament - Paperback

Jerusalem Under The High Priests: Five Lectures On The Period Between Nehemiah And The New Testament is a book written by Edwyn Bevan. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Jerusalem during the period between Nehemiah and the New Testament. The author has used his extensive knowledge of the subject to provide a comprehensive overview of the political, social, and religious aspects of the city during this period. The book is divided into five lectures, each of which covers a different aspect of Jerusalem's history. The first lecture focuses on the rebuilding of the city by Nehemiah after the Babylonian exile. The second lecture covers the Hellenistic period and the impact of Greek culture on the city. The third lecture discusses the reign of the Hasmoneans and the emergence of the Pharisees and Sadducees. The fourth lecture covers the Roman period and the role of the high priests in the city's governance. The final lecture discusses the period leading up to the New Testament and the impact of the Roman occupation on the city. Overall, Jerusalem Under The High Priests: Five Lectures On The Period Between Nehemiah And The New Testament is an informative and insightful book that provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Jerusalem during a crucial period in its development. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the city and the role it played in shaping the religious and political landscape of the ancient world.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.