Remarkable Characters and Places of the Holy Land

Remarkable Characters and Places of the Holy Land is a book by Charles W. Elliott that offers a detailed exploration of the key figures and locations that feature prominently in the Holy Land. The book is divided into sections that cover different periods of history, from the time of the Old Testament to the present day. Each section provides an in-depth analysis of the key figures and locations that played a significant role in shaping the history and culture of the Holy Land. The book begins with an overview of the geography and history of the Holy Land, providing readers with a solid foundation for understanding the context of the stories and events that are discussed throughout the book. From there, Elliott delves into the lives and legacies of various biblical figures, including Abraham, Moses, David, and Solomon. The book also covers the life of Jesus Christ and the key events of his ministry, including his birth, baptism, miracles, teachings, and crucifixion. Elliott provides a detailed analysis of the places where these events took place, including Bethlehem, Nazareth, Jerusalem, and the Sea of Galilee. In addition to biblical figures, Elliott also explores the lives of other notable individuals who have contributed to the history and culture of the Holy Land, including the Crusaders, Saladin, and Lawrence of Arabia. Throughout the book, Elliott draws on a wide range of historical and biblical sources to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the characters and places that have shaped the Holy Land. The book is written in an engaging and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for anyone interested in learning more about the history and culture of this fascinating region.1867. This work comprises an account of patriarchs, judges, prophets, apostles, women, warriors, poets and kings, with a description of ancient cities and venerated shrines. Also found within are articles by Theodore D. Woolsey, Thomas M. Clark, Joseph Cummings, Charles A. Stoddard, S. F. Smith, William Adams, Henry Ward Beecher and others. Handsomely illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.