9781527636552 - Ancient Calendars: A Brochure, Showing the Unity of Ancient Hebrew and Christian Rest Days (Classic Reprint) de Bacon, Alexander S. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of ancient calendars, revealing how different cultures throughout history measured time and marked sacred days. The author examines the origins and development of various calendar systems, comparing the Egyptian, Hebrew, and Roman approaches to the calculation of weeks, months, and years. The book explores the concept of the Sabbath, or weekly day of rest, tracing its roots to the Egyptian day of assembly and its significance in the Hebrew tradition. The author challenges traditional interpretations of the Sabbath, demonstrating that it was not a fixed day of the week, but rather a movable holy day determined by the lunar cycles. The book examines the historical evolution of Sabbath observance, from its origins in the Patriarchal age to its adoption as a fixed day of the week by both Jews and Christians. Ultimately, the book offers a compelling argument for a unified, scientific calendar that would reconcile the differing traditions of Sabbath observance among various religious groups. The author's research reveals surprising insights into the ancient Hebrew calendar, providing a fresh perspective on the history of timekeeping and its religious implications. 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.