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This reference brings to life the thousands of characters in the Old Testament. It provides nearly 3000 entries along with the historical, geographical and archaeological context for each entry.--From back cover.

Contains a comprehensive reference book to the patriarchs, kings, warriors, prophets, and followers of Jesus in the Old and New Testaments and the Apocrypha including illustrations and photographs as well as historical and geographical background.

From Karl Marx to the Marx brothers, the Routledge Who's Who in Jewish History presents a complete and thoroughly updated reference guide to over a thousand prominent men and women who have shaped Jewish culture. Covering twenty centuries of Jewish history it provides: * detailed biographical information on each leading figure * analysis of their role and significance both in Jewish life and the wider culture * a comprehensive chronological table displaying the history of the Jewish race * a series of maps * a useful glossary giving precise definitions of Jewish words.

Based on biblical texts and set in the context of history and geography, this unique and vivid reference brings to life the characters of the Old and New Testaments. Thousands of entries, over 900 b&w illustrations and maps, and 32 full-color illustrations.

From Karl Marx to the Marx brothers, the Routledge Who's Who in Jewish History presents a complete reference guide to over a thousand prominent men and women who have shaped Jewish culture. Covering twenty centuries of Jewish history it provides: * detailed biographical information on each leading figure * analysis of their role and significance both in Jewish life and the wider culture * a comprehensive chronological table displaying the history of the Jewish race * a useful glossary giving precise definitions of Jewish words.