This is a study of one priesthood of ancient Israel, the Zadokites, and its role in the social, historical, cultural, and religion lives of the ancient Israelites.
This is a study of one priesthood of ancient Israel, the Zadokites, and its role in the social, historical, cultural, and religion lives of the ancient Israelites.
Biblical scholars agree that priesthood(s) played a critical role in the social, historical, cultural, and religious lives of the ancient Israelites. This study seeks to clarify the role of one such priesthood, the Zadokites. Traditional scholarship assumes the dominance of a Za…
Provides a portrait of Iranian Islamism. Based on interviews with grass-roots activists, this book gives a picture of pro-regime movement in Iran. It is of interest to anyone who seeks to understand Shi'ite Islamism.
"This volume examines twelve ancient and medieval manuscripts, ten from the caves at Qumran and the two so called Damascus Documents from the Cairo Geniza, presenting a new organization and understanding of these texts. The twelve manuscripts are in a composite form under the ti…
Provides a portrait of Iranian Islamism. Based on interviews with grass-roots activists, this book gives a picture of pro-regime movement in Iran. It is of interest to anyone who seeks to understand Shi'ite Islamism.