The Forgotten Books of Eden - Couverture souple

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1564596362 ISBN 13 : 9781564596369

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing Co, 1996

Synopsis

The Forgotten Books of Eden is a collection of ancient texts that were excluded from the Bible. This book, compiled by Rutherford H. Platt, contains various stories and legends that were not included in the canonical scriptures. These texts were written in various languages, including Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek, and were discovered in the 19th and 20th centuries. The stories in this book cover a wide range of topics, including the creation of the world, the fall of man, the lives of Adam and Eve, and the lives of various biblical figures such as Enoch and Noah. The Forgotten Books of Eden also includes apocalyptic texts, such as the Book of Jubilees and the Apocalypse of Moses, which offer insights into early Jewish and Christian beliefs about the end of the world. This book provides readers with a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient religious texts and offers a unique perspective on the stories that have shaped Western civilization.Contains many Scarce Writings Giving Mankind's Early Pictures of the Past and Hopes for the Future that have Survived the Devastation of the Centuries. Translated from Manuscripts of the Pseudepigraphal Group and this Collection Published now for the First Time for the Information and Enjoyment of the Layman, with Notes Suggesting the Human Interest inherent in these Pages of Fundamental Wisdom and Beauty.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Presented in this volume, are 20 of the original books banned from the Bible during the Counsil of Nicea in 325 AD. These early books provide an invaluable glimpse into the original nature of early Christianity. Included are: THE FIRST BOOK OF Adam and Eve, THE SECOND BOOK OF Adam and Eve, THE BOOK OF the Secrets of Enoch, THE PSALMS of Solomon, THE ODES OF Solomon, THE LETTER of Aristeas, FOURTH BOOK OF Maccabees, THE STORY of Ahikar, THE TESTAMENTS of the Twelve Patriarchs, TESTAMENT of Simeon, TESTAMENT of Levi, THE TESTAMENT of Judah, THE TESTAMENT of Issachar, THE TESTAMENT of Zebulun, THE TESTAMENT of Dan, THE TESTAMENT of Naphtali, THE TESTAMENT of Gad, THE TESTAMENT of Asher, THE TESTAMENT of Joseph, THE TESTAMENT of Benjamin

Présentation de l'éditeur

This anthology is a thorough introduction to classic literature for those who have not yet experienced these literary masterworks. For those who have known and loved these works in the past, this is an invitation to reunite with old friends in a fresh new format. From Shakespeare’s finesse to Oscar Wilde’s wit, this unique collection brings together works as diverse and influential as The Pilgrim’s Progress and Othello. As an anthology that invites readers to immerse themselves in the masterpieces of the literary giants, it is must-have addition to any library.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing Co
• Date d'édition: 1996
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1564596362
• ISBN 13: 9781564596369
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 288
• Éditeur: Platt Rutherford Hayes
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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