A History of New Testament Times in Palestine

'A History of New Testament Times in Palestine 175 B.C.-70 A.D.' provides a comprehensive scholarly overview of the turbulent centuries that shaped the world of the New Testament. Spanning from the rise of the Maccabees to the tragic destruction of Jerusalem, this work meticulously examines the political, social, and religious forces at play in Judea and the surrounding regions. Shailer Mathews offers readers a clear and insightful analysis of the transition from Greek to Roman rule, the internal conflicts within the Jewish state, and the rise of various religious sects during the Second Temple period.Through a careful synthesis of historical records, the book explores the impact of Hellenization, the reign of Herod the Great, and the administrative changes under Roman procurators. By situating the events of the New Testament within their broader historical and cultural context, Mathews provides essential background for understanding the life of Jesus and the early development of the Christian church. This volume remains a valuable resource for students of biblical history, theology, and ancient Near Eastern studies, offering a window into the complex environment of 1st-century Palestine.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.