Legends of Old Testament Characters from the Talmud and Other Sources (1871)

Legends of Old Testament Characters from the Talmud and Other Sources is a book written by Sabine Baring-Gould and published in 1871. The book is a collection of stories and legends about various characters from the Old Testament, as told in the Talmud and other Jewish sources. The book includes stories about Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, Joshua, Samson, Saul, David, and Solomon. Each chapter focuses on a different character and includes a brief summary of their life story, followed by various legends and anecdotes about their deeds and accomplishments. The stories are often fantastical and include supernatural elements, such as miracles and divine interventions. They also provide insight into the cultural and religious beliefs of the Jewish people during the time the stories were written. Overall, Legends of Old Testament Characters from the Talmud and Other Sources is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the Old Testament and Jewish folklore.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.