Third and Fourth Books of Maccabees 1918

The Third and Fourth Books of Maccabees is a historical and religious text written by C.W. Emmet in 1918. The book is a continuation of the story of the Maccabean revolt, which began in the second century BCE and led to the establishment of an independent Jewish state in Judea. The Third Book of Maccabees recounts the story of the persecution of the Jews in Egypt during the reign of Ptolemy IV, while the Fourth Book of Maccabees focuses on the martyrdom of Jewish leaders during the reign of Antiochus IV. Both books explore themes of faith, courage, and the struggle against oppression. The text is written in a style that is both accessible and engaging, making it an excellent resource for scholars and laypeople alike. This edition of the book was published in 1918 and includes an introduction by the author.Translations of Early Documents Series II. Hellenistic-Jewish Texts.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.