Inscription On The Stele Of Mesa: Commonly Called The Moabite Stone (1919)

The Inscription On The Stele Of Mesa: Commonly Called The Moabite Stone (1919) is a historical book written by Herbert Fuller Bright Compston. The book is a detailed study of the Moabite Stone, also known as the Stele of Mesa, which is an ancient stone monument discovered in the 19th century in modern-day Jordan. The monument contains an inscription in the Moabite language and script, which provides valuable information about the history and culture of the Moabites, a people who lived in the region in the 9th century BCE.Compston's book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Moabite Stone. The first chapter provides an overview of the discovery and initial interpretation of the monument, while subsequent chapters delve deeper into the language, script, and content of the inscription. Compston also provides a detailed analysis of the historical and cultural context of the Moabites, drawing on a range of sources including biblical texts and other ancient inscriptions.The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of the Moabite Stone, as well as detailed translations and transcriptions of the inscription. Compston's writing is clear and accessible, making the book an excellent resource for anyone interested in ancient history, archaeology, or biblical studies. Overall, The Inscription On The Stele Of Mesa: Commonly Called The Moabite Stone (1919) is a valuable contribution to the study of the ancient Near East and the history of the Moabites.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.