{"product_id":"the-essenes-francis-legge-9781162856964","title":"The Essenes","description":"The book \"\"The Essenes\"\" by Francis Legge is a comprehensive study of the ancient Jewish sect known as the Essenes. The author delves into the history, beliefs, and practices of this enigmatic group, drawing on a range of sources including the Dead Sea Scrolls, Josephus, and other ancient texts. Legge explores the Essenes' unique approach to spirituality, their strict adherence to religious laws, and their communal way of life. He also examines their role in shaping Jewish culture and their influence on early Christianity. Throughout the book, Legge provides insightful analysis and interpretation of the Essenes' beliefs and practices, shedding new light on this fascinating and mysterious group. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Judaism, early Christianity, and the ancient world.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Forerunners and Rivals of Christianity From 330 BC to 330 AD, by Francis Legge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766134318.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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Francis Legge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1162856963\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781162856964\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/10\/2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 30\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.15lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.06d","brand":"Francis Legge","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48659300712703,"sku":"9781162856964","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-essenes-francis-legge-9781162856964","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}