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Daily Life in the New Testament
James W. Ermatinger
Book Code: GR4175
ISBN: 0-313-34175-3
ISBN-13: 978-0-313-34175-5
184 pages, maps; photos
Greenwood Press
Publication: 4/30/2008
List Price: $49.95 (UK Sterling Price: £27.95)
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Hardcover
Also Available: Ebook
Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
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Description: Explore the social and material culture of ancient Palestine uring the era of the biblical New Testament. Who was the messiah prophesied by the Jews? What were the rites of passage in pre-messianic Judiasm? How did the rituals, parables, holidays, and labor practices mentioned in the New Testament relate to the daily life of the average citizen of the day? This lively volume explores the social history ofancient Palestine at the crossroads of the Eastern Mediterranean world, and the emergence of major monotheistic faiths during the time of Christ and the early centuries of the Common era. Narrative chapter topics include pre-Messianic Judaism; political and religious groups ; peasant life and agriculture; Roman occupation; work and labor; and Greek, Latin, and Persian influences.
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
  • Chronology
  • 1. Geographical and Historical Overview
  • 2. Daily Life of Geographical Groups in Palestine
  • 3. Non- religious Influences: Language, Art, and Hellenistic Culture
  • 4. Pre-messianic Judaism: Worship and Temple Practices
  • 5. Expectations of the Mmessiah
  • 6. Trades and Professions
  • 7. Rural Life and Urban LIfe
  • 8. Family Life and Living Conditions
  • 9. Roman Occupation
  • 10. Conclusion
  • Bibliography
  • Index
LC Card Number: 2008001137
LCC Class: BR165
Dewey Class: 225
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Greenwood History Spring 2008.pdf
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