The Temple: It's Ministry and Services, Updated Edition (Paperback)

by Alfred Edersheim (Author)

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Product Description
This updated edition has been newly typeset in an easy-to-read, modern typeface. Now it is easier and more enjoyable than ever before to read, study, and consult this classic work.

Citations from Scripture, rabbinic sources, and the works of Philo and Josephus enhance the reader's understanding of the temple, kits sacrifices, ministry, personnel, and services. These materials complement Edersheim's discussion, clarify difficult passages, and illumine the reader as to the true, spiritual meaning of the temple and its services. This edition brings a wealth of information together in the margins, providing a unique entree into the primary sources of the ancient world.

Jerusalem, the temple, priests, and worshippers all come alive through Edersheim's prose as well as through the more than 75 illustrations, charts, photos, and drawings. Enhanced both aesthetically and practically, this edition of The Temple has no rival.

Edersheim's deep devotion to the authority of the Scriptures, his ability to make the Scriptures come alive in their ancient context, and his encyclopedic familiarity with ancient Jewish sources all enrich this classic and timeless work.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Hendrickson Publishers; Upd Sub edition (January 1, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1565630068
• ISBN-13: 978-1565630062
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,292,962 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Valuable Guide for New Testament Study, July 13, 2003

By	Robert Huffstedtler (Cary, NC United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Temple: Its Ministry and Services, Updated Edition (Hardcover)

In this book, Edersheim does a brilliant job of organising the various details of first century worship in the Jewish temple, making it accessible to the modern reader. The first few chapters describe the physical setting and furnishing of Jerusalem and the temple.

After providing that, Edersheim systematically explains the various categories of offerings (burnt offerings, sin offerings, peace offerings, &c.) and the Jewish festival cycle. He relies both on the commandments as given in the torah, and the subsequent traditions which grew up in post-exilic Jewish worship to explain things as they were when the New Testament was written. When appropriate, some space is devoted to differences of opinion amongst the various rabbinical schools.

Numerous footnotes referencing scripture and various tracts in the Mishnah are provided, but so many as to be distracting.

The only real criticism I have of the book is that it is over 100 years old. One suspects that research within the last century might expand or clarify sections. Also, monetary equivalents are given relative to British Pounds Sterling of the 19th century; not particularly helpful.

I would also offer a caveat. I bought mine used, and did not get the edition with the pictures and illustrations - so be careful to make sure you get the edition you intend.

All things considered, it's a must-have book for anyone who wants to understand the numerous temple references in the New Testament.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well-written, understandable, essential for Messianic study, April 13, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: The Temple: Its Ministry and Services, Updated Edition (Hardcover)

This is a great book for foundational learning in Bible study. It presents the Temple as it was in the time of Solomon and in the context of the Mosaic Law. It relates that Temple to the ministry of Jesus and how all that He did was set within the context of atonement, sacrifice and worship of the One True G-d.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Temple, April 8, 2004

By	Lynne M. Whelden (WILLIAMSPORT, PA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Temple: Its Ministry and Services, Updated Edition (Hardcover)

I echo the one thought of the first reviewer. Don't make the mistake I did of getting the cheaper used book. I truly thought I was getting the latest edition. Nope. This was the early edition with NO pictures. On top of that the writing style is antiquated. All of this has been improved in the 1997 edition with its numerous illustrations and updates on the archeology as well as modern english useage.