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Book Synopsis: A groundbreaking anthology that demolishes the myths -- and reveals the true significance -- of the greatest archaeological discovery of our time.
Ever since their initial discovery in 1947, the Dead Sea Scrolls have aroused excitement, jealousy, and not a little dread among some who feared their contents might undermine the foundations of Judaism and Christianity. For more than 35 years the majority of scroll texts remained the intellectual property of an exclusive coterie of scholars. Recently, however, the Biblical Archaeology Review succeeded in breaking that monopoly.
This path-clearing volume is an illuminating assessment of what these texts reveal about a lost era in the history of two world religions, Christianity and rabbinic Judaism. Were the Dead Sea Scrolls written by the Essenes, an ascetic sect of Jews that may have included John the Baptist among its members? Is the Copper Scroll a secret map to the treasures of the Jerusalem Temple? In what way do these books prefigure the teachings of early Christianity? Additional chapters address the controversies surrounding the Scrolls' discovery and their long suppression -- including the possible role of the Vatican and charges of anti-Semitism on the part of a former chief editor of the official scroll publication team.
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Discover the secrets of the greatest archaeological find of our time with Understanding the Dead Sea Scrolls: A Reader from the Biblical Archaeology Review. Uncover the truths that have been hidden for decades in these ancient texts, and witness the power they possess to reshape our understanding of the history of two world religions, Christianity and rabbinic Judaism.
For years, the Dead Sea Scrolls have captivated the minds of scholars and believers alike. Now, for the first time, you have the opportunity to delve into these remarkable texts and experience the revelations they hold. Gain exclusive access to a collection of scroll texts that were once limited to a select group of experts. Thanks to the groundbreaking efforts of the Biblical Archaeology Review, you can now explore the hidden treasures of the Dead Sea Scrolls yourself.
Uncover the mysteries that have long haunted the minds of historians: Were the Dead Sea Scrolls penned by the Essenes, a secretive Jewish sect that possibly included John the Baptist? Could the Copper Scroll be a guide to the long-lost treasures of the Jerusalem Temple? And most importantly, how do these ancient writings foreshadow the teachings of Christianity? Understanding the Dead Sea Scrolls: A Reader from the Biblical Archaeology Review answers all of these questions and more.
Join us on a journey back in time, as we unravel the controversies that have surrounded the Scrolls' discovery and the suppression of their knowledge. Unearth the truth about the possible involvement of the Vatican and hear the shocking accusations of anti-Semitism made against a former chief editor of the official scroll publication team.
Don't miss out on this groundbreaking anthology that offers a fresh perspective on the hidden truths of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Start your journey of discovery today by ordering Understanding the Dead Sea Scrolls: A Reader from the Biblical Archaeology Review. Order now and unlock the secrets of our past that have shaped the present.
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