The Sabbath in History, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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New light on ancient Sabbath debates and the Pharisees A careful, scholarly look at how Jewish law and early Christian discussion intersected on the Sabbath. This volume surveys sources from Josephus to Rabbinic texts, tracing how thinkers debated duty, charity, and ritual rest.

This edition foregrounds questions about how authorities interpreted the Sabbath, the role of the Pharisees, and how later writers framed these disputes. It situates passages in a broader historical context without assuming simple answers, inviting readers to weigh evidence across centuries.

• How the Pharisees were described as “exact with regard to the laws” and how that phrase is understood


• Connections between Josephus, the Mishnah, and early Christian debates


• Examples of how charity and mercy were discussed in relation to Sabbath rules


• The method used to assess ancient texts and their portrayal of religious authorities

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