Helon's Pilgrimage to Jerusalem, Volume 2 (of 2): A picture of Judaism, in the century which preceded the advent of our Savior.: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Helon's Pilgrimage to Jerusalem, Volume 2 (of 2): A picture of Judaism, in the century which preceded the advent of our Savior.: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Helon's Pilgrimage to Jerusalem, Volume 2 (of 2): A picture of Judaism, in the century which preceded the advent of our Savior. is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Strauss, Friedrich (1786–1863). The listed translation credits are Kenrick, John (1788–1877).
Catalogue synopsis
Project Gutenberg supplies this automated synopsis of the opening text:
"Helon's Pilgrimage to Jerusalem, Volume 2 (of 2)" by Friedrich Strauss is a historical narrative exploring Jewish life and faith during the century preceding the advent of Jesus Christ, written in the early 19th century. The book follows Helon, a young man from a priestly family, who journeys to Jerusalem filled with a desire to revive his family's priesthood and explore his spiritual heritage. It delves into themes of identity, faith, and the significance of religious rituals while providing a vivid depiction of the cultural and societal context of the time. The opening of the narrative introduces us to Helon as he reflects on the aftermath of the Passover festival in Jerusalem, grappling with feelings of melancholy and unfulfillment. The vibrancy of the celebrations has faded, and Helon feels increasingly disconnected from the divine peace he seeks. Through his interactions with his uncle Elisama, Helon expresses a profound desire to become a priest, seeing it as his path to fulfillment. This desire is entwined with his heritage and the struggles of their family, as they honor past generations by resuming a legacy that has laid dormant for centuries. As he embarks on a journey to seek the ancestral genealogy needed for his priestly admission, we witness Helon's spiritual awakening against the backdrop of Jerusalem's rich historical and religious tapestry.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Helon's Pilgrimage to Jerusalem, Volume 2 (of 2): A picture of Judaism, in the century which preceded the advent of our Savior.
- Author credits: Strauss, Friedrich (1786–1863)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Kenrick, John (1788–1877)
Catalogue subjects
- Jews -- History -- To 70 A.D. -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
Read this edition
View the complete Gutenberg catalogue record. Project Gutenberg identifies this edition as public domain in the United States; that designation does not establish its copyright status in every country.
Source notes
Catalogue metadata is public domain and is supplied through Gutendex, which imports Gutenberg's machine-readable catalogue. The automated synopsis is source-supplied, not an independently verified review. Author dates above describe the credited people; no ebook release date is presented as the book's original publication date.
Sources
More in Books & Authors
Keep reading
