Publisher's Synopsis
""Eldad The Pilgrim, Part 1"" is a book written by the Society Promoting Christian Knowledge in 1855. The book provides a detailed sketch of the manners and customs of the Jews during the century preceding the advent of Jesus Christ. The protagonist, Eldad, is a Jewish pilgrim who travels extensively throughout the Holy Land and provides a firsthand account of the customs and traditions of his people. The book covers a wide range of topics, including Jewish law, religious practices, social customs, and the political situation in Israel during the Roman occupation. It also provides insights into the beliefs and practices of various Jewish sects, such as the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Essenes. Overall, ""Eldad The Pilgrim, Part 1"" is a comprehensive and informative account of Jewish life in the period leading up to the birth of Jesus Christ.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.