Publisher's Synopsis
""The Essenes, John The Baptist, And The Temptation Of Jesus"" by Edouard Schure is a comprehensive study of the Essenes, John the Baptist, and the temptation of Jesus. The book delves into the history and beliefs of the Essenes, a Jewish sect that flourished during the time of Jesus. The author explores their way of life, their rituals, and their teachings, and how they influenced the beliefs and practices of Christianity. The book also examines the role of John the Baptist, a prophet who preached repentance and baptism in the Jordan River, and his impact on the religious landscape of the time. The author analyzes the relationship between John the Baptist and Jesus, and how their teachings and actions intersected.Finally, the book explores the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness, as described in the New Testament. The author examines the symbolism and significance of the temptation, and how it relates to the teachings of the Essenes and John the Baptist.Overall, ""The Essenes, John The Baptist, And The Temptation Of Jesus"" provides a fascinating look at the religious and historical context of Jesus' time, and sheds light on the origins and development of Christianity.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Jesus: The Last Great Initiate, by Edouard Schure. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 156459498X.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.
