Publisher's Synopsis
The Apocrypha of the Old Testament is a book written by Edwin Cone Bissell. The book is a collection of ancient Jewish writings that were not included in the Hebrew Bible. These writings were written between the third century BCE and the first century CE, and they provide insight into Jewish life and thought during that period.The book contains 14 books, including Tobit, Judith, Wisdom of Solomon, Sirach, Baruch, and 1 and 2 Maccabees. These books cover a range of topics, including history, wisdom, and religious beliefs.The Apocrypha of the Old Testament is an important resource for scholars and students of Jewish history and religion. It provides a glimpse into the religious and cultural life of ancient Jews and sheds light on the development of Jewish thought and beliefs.Overall, The Apocrypha of the Old Testament is a comprehensive and insightful collection of ancient Jewish writings that provides valuable information about Jewish life and thought during the Hellenistic and Roman periods.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.
