The Shrine Of The Book And Its Scrolls
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Appears intact. No visible stickers or labels.
A landmark publication in the field of biblical archaeology and ancient Jewish history, The Shrine of the Book and Its Scrolls presents a comprehensive account of one of the most celebrated museum wings in the world — the Shrine of the Book at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem. The volume chronicles the discovery, preservation, and significance of the Dead Sea Scrolls, among the oldest surviving manuscripts of the Hebrew Bible and related Jewish texts, dating back over two millennia. With scholarly authority, it details the historical and religious context of the Qumran community responsible for these extraordinary documents, illuminating the world of Second Temple Judaism. Richly illustrated with reproductions of scroll fragments and artefacts, the work stands as an indispensable reference for scholars, theologians, and anyone captivated by the origins of the Abrahamic faiths.
Product Information
Product Information
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Description
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Appears intact. No visible stickers or labels.
A landmark publication in the field of biblical archaeology and ancient Jewish history, The Shrine of the Book and Its Scrolls presents a comprehensive account of one of the most celebrated museum wings in the world — the Shrine of the Book at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem. The volume chronicles the discovery, preservation, and significance of the Dead Sea Scrolls, among the oldest surviving manuscripts of the Hebrew Bible and related Jewish texts, dating back over two millennia. With scholarly authority, it details the historical and religious context of the Qumran community responsible for these extraordinary documents, illuminating the world of Second Temple Judaism. Richly illustrated with reproductions of scroll fragments and artefacts, the work stands as an indispensable reference for scholars, theologians, and anyone captivated by the origins of the Abrahamic faiths.
