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Alfred Edersheim (1825-1889), a Jewish convert to Christianity, was a Biblical scholar and author. The Alfred Edersheim Box Set includes his three most popular works "The Temple - Its Ministry and Service", "Prophecy and History in Relation to the Messiah", and "Sketches of Jewish Social Life". In these books on the life and times of Jesus, the author discusses the temple, the priesthood and the Jewish festivals, and examines the customs and traditions of everyday Jewish life in first century Palestine.

Alfred Edersheim (1825-1889) was a biblical scholar who converted from Judaism to Christianity and wrote popular books like The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah, The Temple: Its Ministry and Services, and Bible History Old Testament. In this extensive work, Edersheim examines the Messianic prophecies in the Jewish scripture from the Christian perspective. Through the 12 chapters of the book, he argues that Jesus Christ fulfilled the Messianic hopes of many of the Old Testament prophecies.

Although the area had fallen under the dominion of Rome in the first century BCE, it was still a Jewish Kingdom under the Herodian dynasty. The author draws on Christian, Greek, Jewish, and Roman sources to present life in Jerusalem, Judea, and the Galilee, including quotes from scripture, rabbinic sources, and the works of the Alexandrian philosopher Philo and the historian Josephus. Sketches of Jewish Social Life is highly regarded as an authoritative work of history.

Alfred Edersheim’s book is a guide to the Holy Temple that attempts to relay the essence of the temple’s significance in the life of Israel and in the theology of the early Christians. The author shares his detailed knowledge of the building and its environment, the utensils used, and the tasks of the priests on the major holidays like Passover, Day of Atonement, and the Feast of Tabernacles.

In this captivating exploration, we invite readers to journey back eighteen centuries to ancient Jerusalem, where they can witness the Temple as it stood during the time of our Lord. This account vividly portrays the Temples structure and appearance, while delving into the rituals and worship practices of its priests and congregants. Our aim is not only to illuminate a fascinating subject for Bible enthusiasts but also to provide a glimpse into the religious life and cultural context surrounding Jesus teachings. Discover the significance of the rites and traditions that shaped His mission and ...

Join us as we delve into the captivating journey of the Jewish people in America, as chronicled by the notable Yiddish journalist Peter Wiernik. Immigrating from Vilna at the age of twenty, Wiernik offers a meticulously researched account that spans from the early days of exploration to the dawn of the twentieth century. This enlightening work is divided into seven distinct sections I. The Spanish and Portuguese Period, II. The Dutch and English Colonial Period, III. The Revolution and the Period of Expansion, IV. The Second or German Period of Immigration, V. The Civil War and the Formative ...

Dive into one of the earliest English accounts of the Cossacks, focusing on the legendary leaders and their relentless fight for political freedom. First published in 1919, this historical narrative highlights the proud legacy of the Cossacks, who have always embraced their identity as free individuals. While the peasants of Northern Russia were subjugated by the autocratic rule of the Great Princes and the oppressive Tsarist regime, the Cossacks of the southern steppes carved out a distinct story of valor and resistance against tyranny. Join us on this epic journey through their history, as ...