The Religion Of Israel

The Religion of Israel: An Historical Study is a scholarly work by Henry Preserved Smith, published in 1914. The book explores the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Israelites, tracing their development from early tribal traditions to the more organized and centralized religion of the Hebrew Bible. Smith draws on a wide range of sources, including archaeological evidence, historical texts, and literary works, to provide a comprehensive picture of Israelite religion. He examines the role of the priesthood, the significance of the temple, and the evolution of religious concepts such as monotheism and the afterlife. Throughout the book, Smith emphasizes the historical context of Israelite religion, showing how it was shaped by political, social, and cultural factors. The Religion of Israel is an important work of scholarship that continues to be studied and debated by scholars of ancient Near Eastern religion and biblical studies.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.