Fallen Angels
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Fantastic myths about the angels who were lured to sin and the proud angel who rebelled against God and was cast down as Satan. The problem of evil has challenged mankind ever since the dawn of intelligence. Why is there evil in the world and why do pain and suffering come upon those who do not seem to deserve it? Written in a simple, popular style, Bamberger's book, first published in 1952, will appeal to anyone who, no matter what his own answer to the question may be, is curious to learn how it has been answered in the past or is being answered by others in our own age. The author traces the history of the belief in fallen angels in Judaism, Christianity and Islam, and assembles a variety of tales and superstitions-- some grotesque, others quaint and humorous. His presentation also reveals a basic divergence between Judaism and Christianity in their respective attitudes toward the devil. The concluding chapter of the work deals with the return of the devil to prominence in contemporary religious thought and shows how Judaism seeks its own solution to the problem of evil. The book contains an extensive bibliography, notes, and index.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0827607970
ISBN13:9780827607972
Release Date:March 2006
Publisher:Jewish Publication Society
Length:300 Pages
Weight:0.96 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.7" x 8.9"
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An interpretive exploration of Abrahamic story of angels as recorded in Genesis
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Fallen Angels: Soldiers Of Satan's Realm by Bernard J. Bamberger is an interpretive exploration of Abrahamic (Jewish, Christian, and Muslim) story of angels as recorded in Genesis, and its role in shaping western religion, philosophy, art, and literature. Providing the reader with a compelling and interesting collection of scripture based and Talmudic lore, including Lilith's creation and Satan's fall, and subsequent misinterpretations and misguided beliefs over the millennia, Fallen Angels deftly brings readers through some of the most engaging tales from the Abrahamic faiths otherwise hidden or forgotten, as well as what effects they may have on society in the west. Fallen Angels is very highly recommended reading, especially for students of the Abrahamic religions, including those searching for a more knowledgeable approach to Jewish traditions and teachings particularly, but the Muslim and Christian faiths as well.
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