Excerpt from The Book of Numbers
The Divine discipline of human life is an element of the theme, but in contrast to the Greek dramas the books of the exodus are not individualistic. Moses is great, but he is so as the teacher of religion, the ser vant of Jehovah, the lawgiver Of Israels Jehovah, His religion, His law, are above Moses. Thepersonality Of the leader stands clear; yet he is not the hero Of the ~book of Numbers. The purpose of the history leaves him, when he has done his work, to die on Mount Abarim,' and presses on, that Jehovah may be seen as a man Of war, that Israel may be brought to it's inheritance and begin its new career. The voice ~of men in the Greek tragedy is, as Mr. Ruskin says, We trusted in the gods; we thought that wisdom and courage would save us. Our wisdom and courage deceive us to our death. When Moses despairs, that is not his cry. There is no Fate stronger than God; and He looks far into the future in the discipline He appoints, to men, to His people Israel. The remote, the unfulfilled, gleams along the desert. There is a light from the pillar of fire even when the'pestilence is abroad, and the graves Of the lustful are dug, and the camp is dissolved in tears because Aaron is dead, because Moses has climbed the last mountain and shall never again be seen.
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Excerpt from The Book of Numbers
The Divine discipline of human life is an element of the theme, but in contrast to the Greek dramas the books of the exodus are not individualistic. Moses is great, but he is so as the teacher of religion, the ser vant of Jehovah, the lawgiver Of Israels Jehovah, His religion, His law, are above Moses. Thepersonality Of the leader stands clear; yet he is not the hero Of the ~book of Numbers. The purpose of the history leaves him, when he has done his work, to die on Mount Abarim,' and presses on, that Jehovah may be seen as a man Of war, that Israel may be brought to it's inheritance and begin its new career. The voice ~of men in the Greek tragedy is, as Mr. Ruskin says, We trusted in the gods; we thought that wisdom and courage would save us. Our wisdom and courage deceive us to our death. When Moses despairs, that is not his cry. There is no Fate stronger than God; and He looks far into the future in the discipline He appoints, to men, to His people Israel. The remote, the unfulfilled, gleams along the desert. There is a light from the pillar of fire even when the'pestilence is abroad, and the graves Of the lustful are dug, and the camp is dissolved in tears because Aaron is dead, because Moses has climbed the last mountain and shall never again be seen.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Excerpt from The Book of Numbers
To summon from the past and reproduce with any detail the story of Israel's life in the desert is now impossible. The outlines alone remain, severe, careless of almost everything that does not bear on religion. Neither from Exodus nor from Numbers can we gather those touches that would enable us to reconstruct the incidents of a single day as it passed in the camp or on the march. The tribes move from one "wilderness" to another. The hardship of the time of wandering appears unrelieved, for throughout the history the doings of God, not the achievements or sufferings of the people, are the great theme. The patriotism of the Book of Numbers is of a kind that reminds us continually of the prophecies. Resentment against the distrustful and rebellious, like that which Amos, Hosea, and Jeremiah express, is felt in almost every portion of the narrative. At the same time the difference between Numbers and the books of the prophets is wide and striking. Here the style is simple, often stern, with little emotion, scarcely any rhetoric. The legislative purpose reacts on the historical, and makes the spirit of the book severe.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. Embark on a captivating journey into the heart of ancient Israel's desert exodus in this insightful exploration of the Book of Numbers. The author meticulously examines the historical narrative, legal codes, and spiritual dimensions of this pivotal biblical text, offering profound reflections on the challenges and triumphs of a nation forging its identity under divine guidance. This book delves into the intricacies of the Israelites' journey, from the meticulous organization of the camp and the Levite priesthood to the profound significance of rituals and laws that shaped their faith. It unveils the timeless struggle between immediate desires and the pursuit of a higher purpose, highlighting the tension between human aspirations and divine will. Explore the ethical and moral dilemmas faced by Moses and the Israelites as they navigate the complexities of their covenant with God. Discover how the book's emphasis on holiness, obedience, and divine justice laid the foundation for a unique religious identity. Ultimately, this book illuminates the enduring relevance of the Book of Numbers, revealing how its insights into human nature, faith, and the pursuit of a meaningful existence continue to resonate with us today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781331016762_0
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