The Essenes: Their history and doctrines by Christian D. Ginsburg

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Author Ginsburg, Christian D. (Christian David), 1831-1914
Title The Essenes: Their history and doctrines
Original Publication United Kingdom: Longman, Green, Longman, Roberts, and Green,1864.
Note Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Essenes: Their History and Doctrines" by Christian D. Ginsburg is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the practices, beliefs, and historical significance of the Essenes, a Jewish sect that played a notable role in the development of early Christianity and was characterized by its ascetic and communal lifestyle. Ginsburg seeks to provide an impartial overview of the Essenes, aiming to unravel their misunderstood doctrines and practices. The beginning of this work sets the stage for an in-depth examination of the Essenes, highlighting their exemplary virtues and the curious lack of knowledge surrounding them among Christians. Ginsburg critiques existing historical descriptions by various ancient writers, noting their biases and limitations. He outlines the core doctrines and lifestyle of the Essenes, including their adherence to Levitical purity, communal living, and aversion to oaths. Ginsburg hints at their significant relationship to both Judaism and early Christianity as he prepares to delve deeper into the sect's beliefs and practices in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BM: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Judaism
Subject Essenes
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EBook-No. 69170
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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