Publisher's Synopsis
""Studies in Biblical and Semitic Symbolism"" is a scholarly work written by Maurice H. Farbridge that explores the use of symbolism in the Bible and other Semitic literature. The book is divided into three sections, each focusing on a different aspect of symbolism. The first section examines the use of symbols in the Hebrew Bible, including the symbolism of numbers, colors, and animals. The second section looks at the use of symbolism in the New Testament, particularly in the writings of the apostle Paul. The third section explores the use of symbolism in other Semitic traditions, such as the Quran and the Zohar. Throughout the book, Farbridge provides detailed analyses of specific passages and symbols, drawing on a wide range of sources to support his interpretations. This book is intended for scholars and students of theology, as well as anyone interested in the use of symbolism in religious texts.1923. This volume was prepared as an introduction to a subject which had at that time attracted very little attention and in which very few contributions of scientific value were published. Contents: development of biblical and Semitic symbolism; trees, plants and flowers; the animal kingdom; symbolism of numbers; symbolic representations of the Babylonian-Assyrian pantheon; burial and mourning customs; miscellaneous symbolisms.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.
