Lectures on the Origin and Growth of Religion as Illustrated by the Religion of the Ancient Hebrews

Lectures on the Origin and Growth of Religion as Illustrated by the Religion of the Ancient Hebrews is a book written by C. G. Montefiore. It is a detailed study of the ancient Hebrew religion and its significance in the history of religion. The book is divided into lectures, each of which explores a different aspect of the ancient Hebrew religion, including its origins, development, and various beliefs and practices. Montefiore examines the Hebrew Scriptures and other historical sources to provide a comprehensive understanding of the religion and its evolution over time. He also discusses the influence of surrounding cultures on the Hebrew religion and how it contributed to its growth and development. Overall, this book is an insightful and informative study of the ancient Hebrew religion and its place in the history of religion.1897. The purpose of these lectures is to give a short history of the religion of the Old Testament. Contents: Origin and Foundation of the Hebrew Religion; The History of the Hebrew Religion Between the Mosaic Age and the Eighth Century B.C.; The Prophets of the Eighth Century B.C.; The Seventh Century: Deuteronomy and Jeremiah (700-586 B.C.); The Babylonian Exile: Ezekial and the Second Isaiah; The Restoration and the Priestly Law; From Nehemiah to the Maccabees: External Influences and Internal Organization; From Nehemiah to the Maccabees: God and Israel; and From Nehemiah to the Maccabees: The Law and Its Influence.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.