Scholer, David M.

The Works of Philo

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ISBN 13:
9781565638099
author:
Scholer, David M.
format:
HardBack
publisher:
Hendrickson
language:
English
Publication Year:
2005
Pages:
924
Dimensions:
23.6 x 15.5 x 4.6 cm
Genre:
Religious History
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£26.46

Description

The Works of Philo Complete and Unabridged by Charles Duke Philo A comprehensive collection of the writings of Philo Judaeus, a prominent figure in Hellenistic Judaism and early Christianity. This updated edition features a new foreword and newly translated passages, as well as the inclusion of supposed fragments from ancient authors. Standardized according to scholarly conventions, the title and arrangement of the writings provide a clear and accessible introduction to Philo's thought and its significance for historians and scholars. Philo's works offer valuable insights into the world of Judaism and early Christianity, drawing on traditions of Hellenistic Judaism. His writings on the creative force of God, known as the Logos, and his interpretive strategies parallel those of the author of Hebrews. This collection provides a unique opportunity to engage with Philo's ideas and explore their connections to the broader historical context. With 944 pages of comprehensive and accessible content, this edition is an essential resource for scholars and students of Hellenistic Judaism and early Christianity.

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