The Status of the Jews in Egypt by W. M. Flinders Petrie
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"The Status of the Jews in Egypt" by W. M. Flinders Petrie is a historical account that was likely written in the early 20th century. This book discusses the Jewish population’s standing in Egypt throughout various historical contexts, examining their roles, contributions, and the transformations they underwent. As a significant contribution to Jewish historical literature, it emphasizes the interplay between the Jewish and Egyptian cultures over time. The content of the book
outlines the status of the Jews in Egypt from prehistoric times through various dynasties, including the Hyksos period, the Persian conquest, and the Hellenistic age. Petrie explores how the Hyksos, Semitic nomadic rulers, initially allowed Jews to hold influential positions, which shifted dramatically after their expulsion. The text further delves into the complexities of Jewish life, including trade, temple worship, and relationships with Egyptians, noting that Jews enjoyed a relatively favorable status under certain periods, especially when supported by the ruling powers. Through archaeological evidence and historical analysis, the book presents a rich narrative of the Jewish experience in Egypt, highlighting both their integration and challenges within a foreign land. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Petrie, W. M. Flinders (William Matthew Flinders), 1853-1942 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Sassoon, Philip, Sir, 1888-1939 |
| LoC No. | 22017546 |
| Title |
The Status of the Jews in Egypt The Fifth Arthur Davis Memorial Lecture |
| Credits |
Produced by MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Jews -- Egypt |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 56444 |
| Release Date | Jan 27, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 248 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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