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by Angelo S. Rappoport (Author)
Myth and Legend of Ancient Israel V1 is a comprehensive book written by Angelo S. Rappoport that explores the rich mythology and folklore of ancient Israel. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which delves into a specific aspect of ancient Israelite mythology and legends, such as the creation story, the flood myth, and the tales of the patriarchs.Throughout the book, Rappoport draws from a variety of sources, including biblical texts, apocryphal literature, and rabbinic commentary, to provide a detailed and nuanced understanding of the ancient Israelite worldview. He also examines the influence of neighboring cultures, such as the Babylonians and Egyptians, on Israelite mythology and folklore.In addition to providing a comprehensive overview of ancient Israelite mythology, the book also includes detailed analyses of specific stories and characters, such as the story of Samson and the legend of Lilith. Rappoport's writing is engaging and accessible, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient mythology and folklore.1928. Volume I of III. Contents: Mysteries of Creations; The Story of Creation; The Seven Heavens or Firmaments and the Seven Underworlds; The Heavenly Hosts; The Angel-Princes, or Archangels; The War in Heaven and the Fallen Angels; The Demons; The Spirits of Air; King Solomon and the Serving Demons; Paradise, or the Abode of the Just; Alexander the Great at the Gates of Paradise; Hell, or the City of the Shadows; The Creation of our First Parents; The Plot of Sammael, or Paradise Lost; In Exile; The Quarrel of the Brothers; The Righteous Man in his Generation; The Foolish Shepherd, and the Planting of the Vine; The Astrologers and the Boy in the Cave; The Mighty Tower of Babel, and the Iconoclast; The Fiery Furnace and the Garden of Roses; The Journey to Egypt and the Battle of the Kings; The Sin of Sodom; The Hospitable Emir; The Sacrifice of a Father; A Mother�������s Broken Heart, or the Death of Sarah; A Rose Among Thorns, or the Marriage of Isaac; The Death of the Patriarch; The Way of Life and the Way of Death, or the Twin Brothers; and Love, Hate, and Strife, or the Troubles of a Father. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Volume 2 ISBN 0766193349, Volume 3 ISBN 0766193357.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.
