Modern and Ancient Jewish Apocalypticism

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Reference type
Author(s)
Marcus, Joel
Year
1996
Journal / Book Title || Series Title
Journal of Religion
Volume
76
Issue / Series Volume
1
Pages
1-27
Work type
Alternative title
JR
Label
sept. 15, 1997
Abstract

Presents information on old and modern Jewish writings, about the end of the world highlighting the use of Aviezer Ravitzky's study of `The Revealed End and the Jewish State.' What study shows about apocalyptic groups ancient and modern; Two crucial questions necessary in attempting to distinguish group's answer; Common theme shared by modern apocalyptic movements described by Ravitzky; What Ravitzky's book demonstrates.