The Historical Bible

The Historical Bible: The Heroes And Crises Of Early Hebrew History, From The Creation To The Death Of Moses (1908) is a comprehensive account of the early history of the Hebrew people, as recorded in the Bible. Written by Charles Foster Kent, a renowned scholar of biblical history and literature, this book provides a detailed analysis of the major events and figures of the Hebrew Bible, from the story of creation to the death of Moses.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in Hebrew history. The first section, which covers the period from creation to the time of Abraham, provides an overview of the major stories and themes of the book of Genesis. The second section covers the period from Abraham to the time of the Exodus, and focuses on the lives of the patriarchs and the formation of the nation of Israel. The third section covers the period from the Exodus to the time of the Judges, and discusses the conquest of Canaan and the establishment of the Hebrew nation.The fourth section covers the period of the Judges, and examines the major figures and events of this turbulent time in Hebrew history. The fifth section covers the period of the United Monarchy, and discusses the reigns of Saul, David, and Solomon. The final section covers the period of the Divided Monarchy, and examines the history of Israel and Judah after the split.Throughout the book, Kent provides detailed analysis and commentary on the biblical text, drawing on his extensive knowledge of ancient history and literature. He also provides insights into the cultural and social context of the Hebrew people, and explores the theological and ethical implications of the stories and events recorded in the Bible.Overall, The Historical Bible: The Heroes And Crises Of Early Hebrew History, From The Creation To The Death Of Moses (1908) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and literature of the ancient Hebrews.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.