The Pentateuch and Book of Joshua Critically Examined

The Pentateuch and Book of Joshua Critically Examined is a book written by John William Colenso. In this book, Colenso provides a critical analysis of the first five books of the Hebrew Bible, also known as the Torah or Pentateuch, as well as the book of Joshua. He questions the traditional authorship and historical accuracy of these texts, challenging many commonly held beliefs about the origins of Judaism and Christianity. Colenso's work was controversial when it was first published in the 19th century, and it continues to be a subject of debate among scholars today. This book is considered a landmark in the field of biblical criticism and is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of religion and the interpretation of sacred texts.1862. A historical narrative on the Pentateuch with letters and commentary from various individuals.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.