Essenes: A Brief Historical Review of the Origin, Traditions and Principles of the Order

The Essenes: A Brief Historical Review of the Origin, Traditions and Principles of the Order by Adolph S. Schutz is a book that delves into the history, traditions, and principles of the Essenes, a Jewish sect that existed during the Second Temple period. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the origins of the Essenes, their beliefs and practices, and their impact on Jewish society during their time. The author explores the teachings of the Essenes, their ascetic lifestyle, and their focus on communal living and spiritual purity. The book also discusses the role of the Essenes in the development of early Christianity and the impact of their teachings on the religious landscape of the time. Overall, The Essenes provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Judaism and the development of early Christian thought.Compiled from the Records of the Literary and Philosophical Society of Liverpool, and the Sacred History of Oahspe.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.