Budge, Sir E. A. Wallis
Kebra Nagast (The Book of the Glory of Kings)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781909735019
- author:
- Budge, Sir E. A. Wallis
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Unbranded
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 212
- Dimensions:
- 15.24 x 1.02 x 22.86 centimetres
- Genre:
- Religion, Judaism, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Kebra Nagast: A Historical Account of African Monarchs The Kebra Nagast, written at least one thousand years ago, tells the story of a Davidic line of African monarchs. The book's theme is rooted in much older sources, dating back to the first century AD. It recounts the history of a royal line descended from King Solomon of Israel and Maqeda, Queen of Sheba, who journeyed to the Levant to visit the wise and renowned monarch. The story begins with the successful meeting between Solomon and Maqeda, which led to the birth of a son, Ebna-Lahakim. However, this union ultimately proved to be Solomon's downfall. Ebna-Lahakim gathered a group of royal nobles and, together, they seized the two most powerful symbols of Israel's compact with the Almighty - the Ark of the Covenant and the stone tablets of the Ten Commandments. These trophies were carried back to Abyssinia, where, according to tradition, they remain to this day. This ancient text provides a unique insight into the history of African monarchs and their connections to the ancient world. The Kebra Nagast is a fascinating account of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the cultural and historical context of the time.
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