The Gifts of the Jews: How a Tribe of Desert Nomads Changed the Way Everyone Thinks and Feels (The Hinges of History)
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Book Synopsis: NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The author of the runaway bestseller How the Irish Saved Civilization takes us on another "captivating...persuasive as well as entertaining" journey into history (The New York Times), recreating a time when the actions of a small band of people had repercussions that are still felt today.
The Gifts of the Jews reveals the critical change that made western civilization possible. Within the matrix of ancient religions and philosophies, life was seen as part of an endless cycle of birth and death; time was like a wheel, spinning ceaselessly. Yet somehow, the ancient Jews began to see time differently. For them, time had a beginning and an end; it was a narrative, whose triumphant conclusion would come in the future. From this insight came a new conception of men and women as individuals with unique destinies--a conception that would inform the Declaration of Independence--and our hopeful belief in progress and the sense that tomorrow can be better than today. As Thomas Cahill narrates this momentous shift, he also explains the real significance of such Biblical figures as Abraham and Sarah, Moses and the Pharaoh, Joshua, Isaiah, and Jeremiah.
Full of compelling stories, insights and humor, The Gifts of the Jews is an irresistible exploration of history as fascinating and fun as How the Irish Saved Civilization.
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The Gifts of the Jews: How a Tribe of Desert Nomads Changed the Way Everyone Thinks and Feels (The Hinges of History) is a national bestseller that will ignite your curiosity and transport you through time. This captivating book by the acclaimed author of How the Irish Saved Civilization takes you on an extraordinary journey into history, unraveling how a small band of people transformed the world as we know it.
Discover the critical change that made western civilization possible in The Gifts of the Jews. In a time when life was seen as an endless cycle of birth and death, the ancient Jews revolutionized the concept of time. They dared to see time as a narrative, with a beginning and an end. This groundbreaking insight led to the birth of modern individuality, the idea that each person has a unique destiny. It is from this extraordinary change that the Declaration of Independence and our enduring belief in progress emerged.
As you immerse yourself in the pages of this book, you'll encounter legendary figures like Abraham and Sarah, Moses and the Pharaoh, Joshua, Isaiah, and Jeremiah. Through their stories, Thomas Cahill seamlessly weaves together the threads of history, enlightening us about the real significance of these biblical characters and their impact on society.
Prepare to be captivated by compelling stories, insightful analysis, and a touch of humor as you embark on this irresistible exploration of history. The Gifts of the Jews is as entertaining as it is enlightening, a testament to Cahill's ability to make history come alive. Don't miss out on this remarkable read that will leave you with a deeper understanding of our collective past and the potential for a brighter future.
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