The Age Of The Maccabees

""The Age of the Maccabees: With Special Reference to the Religious Literature of the Period"" is a historical book written by Annesley William Streane in 1898. The book focuses on the Maccabean period, which was a time of great political and religious upheaval in ancient Judea. Streane explores the religious literature of the period, including the books of Maccabees, the Psalms of Solomon, and the Wisdom of Solomon, among others. He analyzes the historical context of these texts and their significance for understanding the religious beliefs and practices of the Jewish people during this time. The book provides a detailed and nuanced account of the Maccabean period, shedding light on a critical period in Jewish history. It is a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of ancient Judea and the development of Jewish religious thought.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.