A vividly detailed history of the Temple of Jerusalem, from construction to destruction, that takes into account the perspectives of various faiths, the religious and political symbolism surrounding it, and the attitudes and opinions about its future.
John M. Lundquist is The Susan and Douglas Dillon Chief Librarian of the Asian and Middle Eastern Division, The Research Libraries—Humanities and Social Sciences Library, New York Public Library. He has written many books and has written pieces for the New York Times Travel section.
The book is strengthened by Lundquist's referencing of a wide
variety of ancient primary sources, his placing of archaeology and
meaning in clear historical context, and his presentation of the
issues and conflicts surrounding the Temple as well as of its
current political, secular, and religious meaning….A
well-researched and carefully presented work; highly recommended
for academic, seminary, and public libraries.
*Library Journal*
In this exhaustive and fascinating work, Lundquist, the chief
librarian of the New York Public Library's Asian and Middle Eastern
Division, discusses the Temple's history and meaning for Jews,
Christians, and Muslims. The final chapters focus on the Temple as
the crux of political-religious conflict, based on literal
interpretations of the Bible and the Quran, and its place in
apocalyptic ideas in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. A good
purchase for university and larger public libraries.
*MultiCultural Review*
Readers who have great interest in the ancient Near East will
probably gain the most from this book. As someone who is interested
in this area of study, I found the book engaging and well
researched.
*BYU Studies*
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