The Ten Commandments: An Investigation Into the Origin and Meaning of the Decalogue and an Analysis of Its Ethical and Moral Value as a Code (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258958329)

The Ten Commandments by Joseph Lewis is a comprehensive investigation into the origin and meaning of the Decalogue, also known as the Ten Commandments. The author delves into the historical and cultural context in which the commandments were given, exploring their significance in ancient Jewish culture and their relevance to modern society.The book also provides a detailed analysis of the ethical and moral value of the Ten Commandments as a code of conduct in modern society. The author examines each commandment individually, discussing its implications for contemporary moral and ethical issues.Throughout the book, Lewis argues that the Ten Commandments are not only a set of religious laws, but also a universal code of ethics that can guide individuals and societies towards a more just and compassionate world. He challenges readers to consider the relevance of the commandments in their own lives and to reflect on their own moral and ethical values.Overall, The Ten Commandments is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of one of the most important religious and ethical texts in human history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of religion, ethics, and modern society.This is a new release of the original 1946 edition.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: Joseph Lewis
ISBN-10: 1258958325
ISBN-13: 9781258958329
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/27/2013
Pages: 672
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.34lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.44d