The Antiquities of the Jews, Volume 1


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(4.6 stars; 222 reviews)

Antiquities of the Jews was a work published by the important Jewish historian Flavius Josephus about the year 93 or 94. It is a history of the Jewish people, written in Greek for Josephus' gentile patrons. Beginning with the creation of Adam and Eve, it follows the events of the historical books of the Hebrew Bible, but sometimes omits or adds information. (Summary by Wikipedia)

Volume 1 contains Books 1-5 and ends with the dedication of Samuel and death of Eli the priest. (11 hr 26 min)

Chapters

00 - Preface 11:05 Read by Create
01 - Book 1, Ch 01-02 17:33 Read by Ethan Rampton
02 - Book 1, Ch 03-05 23:56 Read by Jim Clevenger
03 - Book 1, Ch 06-07 15:47 Read by Ethan Rampton
04 - Book 1, Ch 08-11 18:23 Read by TriciaG
05 - Book 1, Ch 12-15 17:26 Read by Hollis Hanover
06 - Book 1, Ch 16-18 14:52 Read by Ethan Rampton
07 - Book 1, Ch 19 19:41 Read by TriciaG
08 - Book 1, Ch 20-22 9:20 Read by TriciaG
09 - Book 2, Ch 01-03 14:26 Read by Stephen Marsh
10 - Book 2, Ch 04-05 17:55 Read by Stephen Marsh
11 - Book 2, Ch 06 30:10 Read by TriciaG
12 - Book 2, Ch 07-09 27:26 Read by TriciaG
13 - Book 2, Ch 10-12 16:44 Read by TriciaG
14 - Book 2, Ch 13-14 15:25 Read by TriciaG
15 - Book 2, Ch 15-16 13:45 Read by TriciaG
16 - Book 3, Ch 01 14:27 Read by Lynne Handler
17 - Book 3, Ch 02-04 14:23 Read by Jason Justice
18 - Book 3, Ch 05-06 25:33 Read by Lynne Handler
19 - Book 3, Ch 07-08 28:16 Read by TriciaG
20 - Book 3, Ch 09-11 20:16 Read by Sienna
21 - Book 3, Ch 12-13 12:11 Read by David Bercot
22 - Book 3, Ch 14-15 11:10 Read by TriciaG
23 - Book 4, Ch 01-02 15:17 Read by Paul Huckerby
24 - Book 4, Ch 03-04 22:13 Read by Paul Huckerby
25 - Book 4, Ch 05-06 30:37 Read by TriciaG
26 - Book 4, Ch 07 6:19 Read by David Rees-Thomas
27 - Book 4, Ch 08 pt 1 19:03 Read by TriciaG
28 - Book 4, Ch 08 pt 2 21:56 Read by TriciaG
29 - Book 4, Ch 08 pt 3 21:45 Read by TriciaG
30 - Book 5, Ch 01 pt 1 23:28 Read by Ann Boulais
31 - Book 5, Ch 01 pt 2 22:14 Read by Ann Boulais
32 - Book 5, Ch 02 21:10 Read by Ann Boulais
33 - Book 5, Ch 03-05 13:37 Read by Ann Boulais
34 - Book 5, Ch 06-07 25:01 Read by Ann Boulais
35 - Book 5, Ch 08 16:28 Read by Ann Boulais
36 - Book 5, Ch 09-11 17:25 Read by Ann Boulais

Reviews


(4.5 stars)

The content is fabulous, providing historical insight and interpretation to canonical biblical texts from a first century perspective. The commentary provided by Josephus on common biblical events is a must read for all Bible enthusiasts. The recordings are a bit spotty in quality due to the variety of voluntary voices. However, because the audio book is free of charge, this varied degree of quality is less significant in overall consideration.

Great book, thanks so much.


(5 stars)

Love this app and content.


(5 stars)

best team effort I have listened to.all the voices did a great job, some of the name pronunciations were not quite right but who could do all those, thanks again


(4 stars)

Some pronunciations of Biblical names of people and places were very off otherwise I would afford this a five star rating. Other than that it was excellent and enjoyable.

very easy read


(5 stars)

Deep insight on the formation of the Jewish culture and ethics. Also great for history fans.

Great book


(5 stars)

Allows me to better connect historical and Biblical accounts. The team did a great job! I am so happy that this audio book is made available for free. Audio books are a life saver for people like me Though I am busy I can always listen. I used to own a hard copy and could never get the time to read it. I lost it and never got the chance. Though some pronunciations were a bit off I understood every word. Huge thank you to all those who made this possible.


(5 stars)

I enjoy learning the history of the world. This is a book that should be a World History book studied in public schools as a requirement. Thanks for posting it.

Excellent reading!


(5 stars)

Excellent translation and great work by the readers.