{"product_id":"folk-lore-in-the-old-testament-studies-in-comparative-religion-legend-and-law-9781025660653","title":"Folk-Lore in the Old Testament: Studies in Comparative Religion, Legend and Law","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): James George Frazer\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Biblical Studies - Old Testament - General\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Folk-Lore in the Old Testament\" is an extensive study of comparative religion and anthropology by James George Frazer. In this influential work, Frazer applies the principles of evolutionary anthropology to the narratives, traditions, and laws found within the Hebrew Bible. By drawing parallels between biblical accounts and the myths, customs, and folklore of diverse cultures across the globe, the author illuminates the historical and cultural underpinnings of ancient Israelite society.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe text delves into a variety of themes, including the creation of man, the legend of the flood, and the origins of specific religious rituals and legal codes. Frazer meticulously compares these biblical elements with the traditions of other civilizations, suggesting that many aspects of the Old Testament are rooted in older, more primitive beliefs shared by humanity. This scholarly exploration provides a fascinating look at the development of religious thought and the universal nature of myth-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJames George Frazer\u003c\/b\u003e, a pioneer in the field of social anthropology, offers readers a deep and rigorous analysis that bridges the gap between theology and science. \"Folk-Lore in the Old Testament\" remains a vital resource for those interested in the history of religion, the study of folklore, and the shared mythological heritage of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tradd Street Press","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":47887525413015,"sku":"9781025660653","price":3671.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781025660653.webp?v=1781159724","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/folk-lore-in-the-old-testament-studies-in-comparative-religion-legend-and-law-9781025660653","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}