Bøger af David Philipson

In this thought-provoking lecture, Rabbi David Philipson explores the tension between Sabbath observance and personal freedom. Drawing on Jewish history and law, he argues that true religious liberty requires a balance between communal values and individual rights. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in religion and social justice.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Max Lilienthal, American Rabbi: Life and Writings is a book written by David Philipson that delves into the life and work of Max Lilienthal, a prominent rabbi in America during the 19th century. The book chronicles Lilienthal's journey from his birth in Germany to his immigration to America, where he became an influential figure in the Jewish community. Philipson explores Lilienthal's role in the development of Reform Judaism in America, as well as his contributions to Jewish education and his involvement in social and political issues of his time. The book also includes a collection of Lilienthal's writings, including sermons, speeches, and articles, which provide insight into his religious beliefs and philosophical views.Throughout the book, Philipson paints a vivid picture of Lilienthal's life, highlighting his accomplishments and struggles, as well as his impact on American Judaism. Max Lilienthal, American Rabbi: Life and Writings is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a deeper understanding of the history and evolution of Judaism in America.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.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

""Five Lectures on Cuneiform Discoveries"" is a book written by David Philipson and published in 1889. The book contains five lectures that provide an introduction to the study of cuneiform writing and the discoveries made in the field of Assyriology. The first lecture focuses on the history of the decipherment of cuneiform writing and the contributions made by scholars such as Rawlinson and Layard. The second lecture discusses the contents of cuneiform inscriptions and their significance for the study of ancient Near Eastern history and culture. The third lecture provides an overview of the different types of cuneiform inscriptions, including royal inscriptions, legal documents, and religious texts. The fourth lecture explores the role of cuneiform writing in the transmission of ancient literature, including the famous Epic of Gilgamesh. The final lecture discusses the impact of cuneiform discoveries on biblical scholarship and the study of the Hebrew Bible. Throughout the book, Philipson emphasizes the importance of cuneiform discoveries for understanding the history and culture of ancient Mesopotamia and the broader Near East. Overall, ""Five Lectures on Cuneiform Discoveries"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of ancient Near Eastern history and the development of writing systems.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.

This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1894 Edition.