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050 4 _aBS
100 1 _aBaring-Gould, S.
_q(Sabine),
_d1834-1924
245 1 0 _aLegends of the Patriarchs and Prophets :
_bAnd Other Old Testament Characters from Various Sources
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2015-04-18
508 _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Shirley McAleer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Legends of the Patriarchs and Prophets" by S. Baring-Gould is a collection of myths and stories that delve into the lives and legends of key Old Testament figures, likely written in the late 19th century. This compilation draws upon a variety of sources, including Talmudic traditions and apocryphal texts, to explore the rich tapestry of narratives surrounding biblical personalities from Adam to Joshua. The book aims to illuminate the lesser-known aspects of these figures' lives, suggesting that their stories are steeped in myriad interpretations and cultural layers. The opening of the text sets the stage for the exploration of angelic and human origins, beginning with the fall of the angels, illustrating their rebellion against God, and leading into the subsequent creation of man. It recounts how God made Adam from earth and breathed life into him, emphasizing Adam's initial greatness and later, his downfalls, such as the temptation by Eblis (Satan) and the ultimate disobedience alongside Eve. This portion combines traditional biblical accounts with various interpretations, providing insights into the complexities of creation, temptation, and the enduring consequences of human choices. Through this foundational narrative, the reader is introduced to the themes of faith, rebellion, and redemption that resonate throughout the whole book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBible. Old Testament -- Legends
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48736
999 _c89575
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