he writings of Josephus are essential to a complete and proper understanding of Jewish thought and history.

The writings of Josephus have fascinated

Christians for generations, but most readers have difficulty understanding the current English translations.

This edition, a paraphrase of William Whiston's classic translation, taken from The Antiquities of the Jews and The Jewish War, reads more like a novel than a history book.

Biblical times at last spring to life: There is no better source for the reader who wants to know the true character of Herod the Great, what the temple and the city of Jerusalem looked like in Jesus' day, or why the Roman army was so invincible. The wealth of background material provided by Josephus will become an invaluable addition to the libraries of Bible students of