Chronicon Samaritanum, Arabice Conscriptum, Cui Titulus Est Liber Josuae: Ex Unico Codice Scaligeri Nunc Primum Edidit, Latine Vertit, Annotatione ... Quae Hoc Libro Illustrantur (Latin Edition) - Softcover

Theodor Willem Johann Juynboll

 
9780366451920: Chronicon Samaritanum, Arabice Conscriptum, Cui Titulus Est Liber Josuae: Ex Unico Codice Scaligeri Nunc Primum Edidit, Latine Vertit, Annotatione ... Quae Hoc Libro Illustrantur (Latin Edition)

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This book offers a detailed examination of an ancient chronicle, written in a unique Arabic-Samaritan language and script, that provides invaluable insights into the history and religious beliefs of the Samaritan people. The chronicle provides a comprehensive account of events spanning from the Exodus to the reign of the Roman emperor Antoninus, shedding light on the unique cultural and religious practices of the Samaritans, their relationship with the Jews, and their place within the broader context of ancient Near Eastern history. Through meticulous analysis of the text, the author delves into the intricate details of Samaritan theology, linguistics, and rituals, offering a nuanced understanding of their worldview and the ways in which it both intersected with and diverged from that of their Jewish counterparts. This book is a valuable resource for scholars and those interested in exploring the rich history and beliefs of one of the oldest and most fascinating religious communities in the world.

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9780366451968: Chronicon Samaritanum, Arabice Conscriptum, Cui Titulus Est Liber Josuae: Ex Unico Codice Scaligeri Nunc Primum Edidit, Latine Vertit, Annotatione ... Quae Hoc Libro Illustrantur (Latin Edition)

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ISBN 10:  0366451960 ISBN 13:  9780366451968
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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