Philo Judaeus Or the Jewish Alexandrian Philosophy in its Development and Completion

Philo Judaeus Or the Jewish Alexandrian Philosophy in its Development and Completion is a comprehensive study of the life and work of Philo Judaeus, a Hellenistic Jewish philosopher who lived in Alexandria during the first century CE. Written by James Drummond, this book explores Philo's philosophy and its development, examining his use of Greek philosophical concepts to interpret Jewish scripture and his influence on later Jewish and Christian thinkers. The book also delves into Philo's life and the historical context in which he lived, providing a rich and detailed portrait of this important figure in the history of philosophy and religion. With its careful analysis and insightful commentary, Philo Judaeus Or the Jewish Alexandrian Philosophy in its Development and Completion is an essential resource for anyone interested in the intersection of Jewish and Greek philosophy in antiquity.1888. This work contains Volumes 1 and 2 of the original books. It is not intended to be a complete introduction to the study of Philo. The literature of the subject is only incidentally referred to; and of the many topics which might attract the student to the writings of the Alexandrian only one has received systematic treatment. Contents: Greek philosophy; blending of Hellenism and Judaism till the time of Philo; Philo.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.