Hagar: Or Scripture Facts Concerning Marriage, Especially In Regard To Polygamy, Concubinage, Divorce, Marital Authority (188 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120625328)

Hagar: Or Scripture Facts Concerning Marriage, Especially In Regard To Polygamy, Concubinage, Divorce, Marital Authority is a book written by Mercer Davies in 1881. The book delves into the biblical teachings on marriage, particularly on the controversial topics of polygamy, concubinage, divorce, and marital authority. The author uses the story of Hagar, the handmaid of Sarah in the Old Testament, as a case study to examine the implications of these issues on the family structure, social norms, and religious beliefs. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the scriptural references to these topics, drawing from both the Old and New Testaments. The author also offers his own interpretation of the biblical passages, providing insights into the historical and cultural context of the time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the biblical teachings on marriage and the role of women in society.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.

Author: Mercer Davies
ISBN-10: 1120625327
ISBN-13: 9781120625328
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/21/2009
Pages: 218
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.46d