Mythology among the Hebrews and Its Historical Development

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Mythology among the Hebrews and Its Historical Development

by Ignác Goldziher

EN·~18 hours·14 chapters

Chapters

14 total
1

MYTHOLOGY AMONG THE HEBREWS

0:50
2

TRANSLATOR'S PREFACE.

5:34
3

INTRODUCTION.

38:05
4

CHAPTER I. ON HEBREW MYTHOLOGY.

29:06
5

CHAPTER II. SOURCES OF HEBREW MYTHOLOGY.

34:39
6

CHAPTER III. THE METHOD OF INVESTIGATING HEBREW MYTHS.

26:05
7

CHAPTER IV. NOMADISM AND AGRICULTURE.

1:12:40
8

CHAPTER V. THE MOST PROMINENT FIGURES IN HEBREW MYTHOLOGY.

3:10:27
9

CHAPTER VI. THE MYTH OF CIVILISATION AND THE FIRST SHAPING OF HEBREW RELIGION.

1:01:35
10

CHAPTER VII. INFLUENCE OF THE AWAKING NATIONAL IDEA ON THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE HEBREW MYTH.

53:22

Description

This work invites listeners into the world of ancient Hebrew myth, tracing how stories of creation, divine beings, and heroic figures evolved long before they were recorded as history or theology. Drawing on the rich tapestry of biblical language, the author compares these narratives with those of neighboring cultures, revealing surprising parallels and unique twists that shaped the Jewish imagination.

In addition to careful analysis of original Hebrew and Arabic texts, the scholar provides clear transliteration guides and insightful commentary that illuminate obscure terms and symbolism. While rooted in the rigorous methods of comparative mythology, the book remains approachable, offering a fresh perspective for anyone curious about how mythic ideas migrate across peoples and epochs.

Listeners will also appreciate the historical context provided, showing how early scholars like Max Müller and later Orientalists influenced the study of Semitic myths. The author’s nuanced discussion highlights both continuity and change, making the material relevant for modern readers interested in cultural roots and literary heritage.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~18 hours (1073K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by KD Weeks, Fritz Ohrenschall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Release date

2015-05-15

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Ignác Goldziher

Ignác Goldziher

1850–1921

A pioneering Hungarian Jewish scholar of Islam, he helped shape modern Islamic studies through close reading, wide learning, and a lifelong interest in how religious traditions develop. His work remained influential long after his death, especially in the study of Hadith and Islamic theology.

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