Testing and Temptation in Second Temple Jewish and Early Christian Texts

"Second Temple Jewish and early Christian writings assume that 'testing' and 'temptation' form an inescapable part of human experience, from Eden to Massah to the eschaton. The contributions in this volume explore the roles, vocabulary, and functions of testing in these traditions."—Page 4 of printed paper wrapper.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 213 pages

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