Legends of Old Testament Characters from the Talmud and Other Sources is a book written by Sabine Baring Gould and originally published in 1871. The book is a collection of legends and stories about various characters from the Old Testament, including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and David, among others. The author draws upon a variety of sources, including the Talmud, Midrash, and other Jewish texts, as well as Christian and Islamic traditions. The stories range from the familiar to the obscure, and offer a fascinating ...
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Legends of Old Testament Characters from the Talmud and Other Sources is a book written by Sabine Baring Gould and originally published in 1871. The book is a collection of legends and stories about various characters from the Old Testament, including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and David, among others. The author draws upon a variety of sources, including the Talmud, Midrash, and other Jewish texts, as well as Christian and Islamic traditions. The stories range from the familiar to the obscure, and offer a fascinating glimpse into the rich and varied folklore surrounding these ancient figures. Some of the tales are humorous or fantastical, while others are more serious and moralistic. Many of the stories focus on the characters' interactions with God and their struggles to fulfill their divine missions. The book is written in a scholarly yet accessible style, and includes footnotes and references to the various sources used. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Old Testament, Jewish folklore, or comparative religion.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.
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