Author: Vanderkam, James C.
Paperback; Plans
245 pages
Published: January 2001
Wm B Eerdmans Pub Co
ISBN: 0802846416

VanderKam, one of today's most respected scholars of biblical history, offers a superb new introduction to early Judaism. Based on the best, most recent archaeological research, this illustrated volume explores the history of Judaism during the Second Temple period, 516 B.C.PA.D. 70, describing the body of Jewish literature written during these centuries and the most important groups, institutions and practices of the time.A fascinating survey of Jewish history, from Persia to Masada. A compelling survey of ancient Jewish history chronicles the history of Judaism from the Babylonian Captivity to the Jewish Revolt. Original.