THE HISTORY OF BOOK JUBILEE: When Torah Got Retold Defending Covenant Sabbath And Circumcision In Crisis

What if Genesis and Exodus were retold because an ancient community was fighting to preserve its faith and identity The History of the Book of Jubilee explores the fascinating world of Jubilees, an ancient Jewish work that reimagines biblical history through covenant, Sabbath, circumcision, angels, heavenly tablets, sacred chronology, and the controversial 364-day calendar. Discover why Jubilees was written, how the Hellenistic crisis shaped its message, and why it became significant among the Dead Sea Scrolls at Qumran. This book helps readers understand: - The historical origins and purpose of Jubilees - Its unique interpretation of Genesis and Exodus - The role of the Angel of the Presence and heavenly tablets - Sabbath, circumcision, covenant, and calendar traditions - Its connection to Qumran and the Dead Sea Scrolls - Its preservation through Hebrew, Ethiopic, and Latin witnesses >More than an ancient retelling, Jubilees reveals how sacred history became a powerful tool for preserving faith, identity, and tradition during times of crisis. Discover the forgotten history of the Book of Jubilee and see why this remarkable ancient work still matters today.