Solomon's Temple: Myth and History

William J. Hamblin; David Seely

ISBN 10: 0500251339 / ISBN 13: 9780500251331

Published by Thames & Hudson, 2007

USED book in GOOD condition. Great binding, pages and cover show normal signs of wear from use. Seller Inventory # GCM.2TQZ

Synopsis:

Solomon’s Temple has been a source of fascination and profound spiritual reverence for the world’s major religious faiths for over 3,000 years. It was described in the Dead Sea Scrolls; it was visited by Alexander the Great; and it has inspired artists through the ages. Here, the authors unravel both scholarly and speculative histories, guiding the reader through the maze of modern myths and popular cultural tales that surround the Temple. A masterly introduction to the world of the Temple, this book is guaranteed to inform, intrigue and grip everyone with an interest in history and its endless reinterpretations.

About the Authors: William J. Hamblin, Associate Professor, Brigham Young University, Utah, is a specialist in Near Eastern History and the Crusades.

David R. Seely is Professor of Religion at Brigham Young University. He was a member of the international team of editors that published the Dead Sea Scrolls.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Solomon's Temple: Myth and History
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: good