From Moses to Elisha

"From Moses to Elisha: Israel to the End of the Ninth Century B.C." is a scholarly and detailed historical examination of the foundational eras of ancient Israel. This work traces the development of the Hebrew people from their formative period in the wilderness under the guidance of Moses through the establishment of the monarchy and into the era of the early prophets. By focusing on the narrative arc that concludes in the ninth century B.C., the text provides a thorough analysis of the religious, social, and political transformations that defined the nation during these centuries.Author Leonard Elliott-Binns explores the transition from a tribal confederacy to a centralized kingdom, highlighting the roles of pivotal leaders and the spiritual challenges faced by the people of Israel. The volume covers key events such as the entry into Canaan, the age of the Judges, and the subsequent reigns of the kings, ending with the impactful ministries of Elijah and Elisha. Integrating biblical text with the historical context of the ancient Near East, the work remains a significant resource for those interested in the historical veracity and theological evolution of the Old Testament. It serves as an essential guide for students of theology and ancient history seeking to understand the roots of Israelite identity.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 296, Hardcover, Tradd Street Press