The Legends of the Jews — Volume 4 by Louis Ginzberg
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| Author | Ginzberg, Louis, 1873-1953 |
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| Translator | Radin, Paul, 1883-1959 |
| Translator | Szold, Henrietta, 1860-1945 |
| Title | The Legends of the Jews — Volume 4 |
| Note | Volume 4: From Joshua to Esther |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legends_of_the_Jews |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | David Reed |
| Summary | "The Legends of the Jews — Volume 4" by Louis Ginzberg is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume explores biblical times and characters, focusing on the narratives from Joshua to Esther, bringing to life key figures such as Joshua, David, and Solomon, along with their trials and triumphs. The work delves into the rich tapestry of Jewish folklore regarding these historical and biblical characters, providing an influential perspective on their stories. At the start of this volume, the narrative begins with the life of Joshua, highlighting his miraculous survivals and leadership following Moses. The opening chapters depict significant moments, such as the crossing of the Jordan River and the miraculous capture of Jericho, emphasizing the divine support Joshua received during his conquests. The early chapters set a tone of reverence for the law and the importance of spiritual diligence, showcasing the challenges Joshua faced as a leader and the pivotal decisions he made that shaped the foundation of Israel. Themes of faith, battle, loyalty, and the complexity of leadership are introduced, foreshadowing the further exploration of judges, kings, and prophets in subsequent sections. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BM: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Judaism |
| Subject | Jewish legends |
| Subject | Bible. Old Testament -- Legends |
| Subject | Midrash -- Translations into English |
| Subject | Aggada -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 2882 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 4, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 203 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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