The works of Josephus – translated by William Whiston[Complete and unabridged] Veilige Betaling

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The works of Josephus

This renowned reference book has served scholars, pastors, students and those interested in the background of the New Testament for years.
The insight given into the Essene community, thedestruction of Jerusalem and the interpretations and
traditions of the Old Testament in first century Judaism is invaluable. The outlook of Josephus, a late first century Pharisee and historian, on Jesus and the New Testament documents is enlightening and provocative. As an original reference, The Works of Josephus are essential to a full understanding of the first century, the time of Christ and the New Testament.

About the author:
Flavius Josephus was a first-century Romano-Jewish historian, best known for The Jewish War and Antiquities of the Jews. He initially fought against the Romans during the First Jewish–Roman War as head of Jewish forces in Galilee, until surrendering in 67 CE to Roman forces led by Vespasian after the six-week siege of Jotapata.
Josephus’s works are the chief source next to the Bible for the history and antiquity of ancient Palestine, and provide a significant and independent extra-Biblical account of such figures as Pontius Pilate, Herod the Great, John the Baptist, James the Just, and possibly Jesus of Nazareth.
The works of Josephus include useful material for historians about individuals, groups, customs, and geographical places.

For further NOTES See also the BACK of the book!