Complete Works of Josephus: Vol. 1 - Softcover

Flavius, Josephus

 
9781835481387: Complete Works of Josephus: Vol. 1
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1835481388 ISBN 13: 9781835481387
Verlag: Sothis Press, 2023

Inhaltsangabe

Uncover the ancient world of Josephus and the stories that shaped early prophecy and fate. This edition presents selections from his Antiquities, exploring how prophecy, divine providence, and human choice intersect in legendary events and royal intrigues. You’ll encounter well-known figures, questions of destiny, and the enduring question of what we should believe about the future. In these pages, prophecy is shown as a powerful force that influences decisions and history. The text examines how people respond to predictions, trust or distrust messengers, and confront the possibility that fate might steer even the mightiest rulers toward ruin. It presents a lens on ancient Israelite history through Josephus’s careful narration and commentary. - Follow debates among rulers, priests, and prophets about who speaks truth and who misleads. - See how characters weigh divine messages against political needs and personal risk. - Understand the tension between foreknowledge and free will in dramatic episodes. - Discover the narrator’s reflections on providence and the reliability of future-telling. Ideal for readers who want a window into classical history and the ways ancient authors interpreted prophecy and fate, with careful commentary and vivid storytelling.

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Verlag
Sothis Press
Erscheinungsdatum
2023
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
1835481388
ISBN 13 
9781835481387
Einband
Taschenbuch
Anzahl der Seiten
687
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