
audiobook
MYTHOLOGY AMONG THE HEBREWS
TRANSLATOR'S PREFACE.
INTRODUCTION.
CHAPTER I. ON HEBREW MYTHOLOGY.
CHAPTER II. SOURCES OF HEBREW MYTHOLOGY.
CHAPTER III. THE METHOD OF INVESTIGATING HEBREW MYTHS.
CHAPTER IV. NOMADISM AND AGRICULTURE.
CHAPTER V. THE MOST PROMINENT FIGURES IN HEBREW MYTHOLOGY.
CHAPTER VI. THE MYTH OF CIVILISATION AND THE FIRST SHAPING OF HEBREW RELIGION.
CHAPTER VII. INFLUENCE OF THE AWAKING NATIONAL IDEA ON THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE HEBREW MYTH.
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.
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.

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