BOOK DESCRIPTION
Step into the Temple Courts—Where Every Shadow Points to Christ
What did worship look like when Jesus walked the streets of Jerusalem? How did the sacrifices, feasts, and priestly duties of the Temple reflect the deeper realities of redemption?
 
In this richly detailed and reverently written work, Alfred Edersheim—converted Jewish scholar and pastor—guides readers through the history, layout, rituals, and spiritual meaning of the Second Temple in the time of Christ. This annotated edition updates the language for today’s reader while preserving the depth, beauty, and biblical insight of the original.
 
Explore the customs and ceremonies of ancient Israel as they were practiced in Jesus’ day—the daily offerings, the music of the Levites, the role of the high priest, and the powerful imagery of Passover, Tabernacles, and the Day of Atonement.
 
BOOK DETAILS
Publisher: ‎ Christian Publishing House
Publication Date: ‎ August 5, 2025
Language: ‎ English
Print Length: ‎ 219 pages
ISBN-13: ‎ 979-8296615077
Item Weight: ‎ 10.7 ounces
Dimensions: ‎ 5 x 0.5 x 8 inches
 
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Alfred Edersheim (1825–1889) was a Jewish-born biblical scholar and theologian who converted to Christianity and became one of the 19th century’s most respected authorities on Jewish history and customs. Educated in Vienna, Edinburgh, and Oxford, Edersheim served as both a minister and a lecturer, combining pastoral insight with rigorous scholarship. He is best known for his enduring works The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah, The Temple: Its Ministry and Services, and Sketches of Jewish Social Life. His writings draw deeply from rabbinic literature, archaeology, and Scripture, making them indispensable resources for understanding the Jewish background of the New Testament.