Publisher's Synopsis
Fragments of Philo Judaeus is a collection of writings by Philo, a Jewish philosopher who lived in Alexandria, Egypt during the first century CE. The book contains fragments of Philo's works that were preserved in various sources, including quotations by other authors and fragments found in ancient manuscripts. The fragments cover a wide range of topics, including theology, ethics, politics, and metaphysics. Philo's works are known for their blending of Jewish and Hellenistic philosophical traditions, and his ideas had a significant influence on later Jewish and Christian thought. The book includes an introduction by the editor, which provides historical and literary context for the fragments, and notes and references to help readers understand the texts. Overall, Fragments of Philo Judaeus is a valuable resource for scholars of ancient philosophy, religion, and Jewish 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.