Alfred EdersheimReseñas

EXCELLENT FOR NEW TESTAMENT STUDY, BACKGROUND

Absolutely terrible. I made it to page 8 before I quit: a new record low for me. I gave up after the the author, a Jewish convert to Christianity, said with what I assume was a straight face that first-century CE Jerusalem outdid even Rome in architectural splendor. No it didn’t. It just didn’t. My expectations were further dashed in that Edersheim leaned into his convert’s zeal rather than embracing both his Jewish past and his Christian present for what would surely have been an interesting dual perspective on the significance of the Temple. The first few pages were positively littered with hagiographical pretentiousness and saccharine prose. I didn’t even think it was possible to be hagiographic about a building. So, I rate it a half-star introducing me to this novelty, and another half-star for, I don’t know, effort I guess.

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DISCO D: BACKUP / TEOLOGIA
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This book, for me, is a rather difficult one to rate as I read it with such a different mindset, more than 20 years ago, now. I found it fascinating, exhilarating, and frightening all at once, as I questioned the direction my life should take back in the middle of my college studies, and in the process of leaving one faith for another. I spent 6 months, many many hours, and much ink in researching dates, references, concordances and languages with Edersheim. I came to different conclusions than he did, but respect his work greatly.
In Service to Community Cooperation,
ShiraDestinie
MEOW Date: Sunday, May 19. 12014 H.E. (Holocene Era)

Great book! Im so excited about new tv-show coming out, named GOod Omens. Preparing to watch it re-reading the books:)

This book, for me, is a rather difficult one to rate as I read it with such a different mindset, more than 20 years ago, now. I found it fascinating, exhilarating, and frightening all at once, as I questioned the direction my life should take back in the middle of my college studies, and in the process of leaving one faith for another. I spent 6 months, many many hours, and much ink in researching dates, references, concordances and languages with Edersheim. I came to different conclusions than he did, but respect his work greatly.
In Service to Community Cooperation,
ShiraDestinie
MEOW Date: Sunday, May 19. 12014 H.E. (Holocene Era)

From the "Product Description" for this book on Christianbook.com's website:

"For the first time since it originally appeared, this classic work has been newly typeset in an easy-to-read modern typeface, making reading, studying, consulting easier than ever before.
The most relevant citations of Scripture, rabbinic sources, and the works of Philo and Josephus are supplied to complement Edersheim's masterful assessment of the writings of Jesus' day. This makes bland references come alive, in many cases shedding invaluable light on difficult passages or capturing the deep devotion. Edersheim brings to the task of understanding the world of Jesus and his disciples.
The scenes portrayed by Edersheim's hand come alive in the more than 50 carefully selected illustrations, maps, photos, and drawings. Enhanced both aesthetically and practically, this edition of Sketches of Jewish Social Life has no rival.
Edersheim's notes remain indispensable for unlocking the mysteries of the ancient world. Always sensitive to the priority of God's Word, Edersheim takes the reader back to the Bible time and again to show the authority behind his writing. Readers know they will receive reliable primary and secondary resources in these helpful notes."

I agree.

This book, for me, is a rather difficult one to rate as I read it with such a different mindset, more than 20 years ago, now. I found it fascinating, exhilarating, and frightening all at once, as I questioned the direction my life should take back in the middle of my college studies, and in the process of leaving one faith for another. I spent 6 months, many many hours, and much ink in researching dates, references, concordances and languages with Edersheim. I came to different conclusions than he did, but respect his work greatly.
In Service to Community Cooperation,
ShiraDestinie
MEOW Date: Sunday, May 19. 12014 H.E. (Holocene Era)

Edersheim, Alfred, The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah (Grand Rapids, MI: Wm.B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 1990, 1883). [10295]
"The most important general work on the life of Christ in our language." -- Wilbur M. Smith
Considering the bibliophile that was Wilbur M. Smith (he had a personal library containing over 25,000 books) this is quite a statement. A dfinitive work of epic proportions. A MUST READ for the serious Christian.

Using Biblical and other written sources like the Torah, Edersheim provides a summary of various aspects of life in Israel around the time of Christ. It covers education, the roles of men and women, trade and employment, the Pharisees, the Sadducees and more, all in the context of a people waiting for the Messiah. This was written over 100 years ago, and so the language is a bit dated - lots of long sentences.

NO OF PAGES: 307 SUB CAT I: Jewish Life SUB CAT II: SUB CAT III: DESCRIPTION: A classic study of the cultural and social world of Jesus and his apostles.NOTES: SUBTITLE:

NO OF PAGES: 1006 SUB CAT I: History SUB CAT II: Tanach SUB CAT III: DESCRIPTION: The author explores the broad sweep of OT history. He brings to his work his immense learning and familiarity with Judaism, as well as his love for Scripture and his desire for every Christian to know and understand the story of God's redemptive work.NOTES: SUBTITLE: A classical biblical reference to help you understand and apply the history of the Old Testament

Excellent background of Jewish culture, religious practices and history near the time of the Christ.

Excellent background of Jewish culture, religious practices and history near the time of the Christ.

Edersheim impartially weighs all the facts and views of the life and teachings of Christ according to principles of historical inquiry. For such a task he vividly reconstructs that life and reaching in all its surroundings of place, society, popular life, and intellectual and religious development.

Edersheim's books are thorough and interesting because they maintain their focus and stick to the subject at hand,not trying to do or cover too much. Easy read and informative, valuable to any Biblical student

This is Edersheim's magnum opus, the product of immense learning, extensive study and research. He applied critical and impartial historical study to the history of the Jews. His deep knowledge of their history, culture, and rabbinical traditions and writings helps bring the Biblical text to life with vivid contextual clarity. He stated that all his previous studies and writings had been purposed to furnish the necessary background to produce; The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah. This means he spent some twenty years of research and study followed by seven years spent writing this “Classic” on the Life of Christ.

This is Edersheim's magnum opus, the product of immense learning, extensive study and research. He applied critical and impartial historical study to the history of the Jews. His deep knowledge of their history, culture, and rabbinical traditions and writings helps bring the Biblical text to life with vivid contextual clarity. He stated that all his previous studies and writings had been purposed to furnish the necessary background to produce; The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah. This means he spent some twenty years of research and study followed by seven years spent writing this “Classic” on the Life of Christ.

Like all of Edersheims Books well researched. You will be enriched in your study and knowledge of Biblical truth

You will learn a lot, especially if you read "The Temple" by Edersheim along with this book.

I learned so much from reading this book! This is a good resource to have.