Written by a prominent biblical scholar of the late 19th century, this work examines the lives of the Jewish people after returning from their Babylonian exile. The author explores their religious practices and institutions, including the role of the synagogue and the rabbi. Drawing on historical and archaeological evidence, the book provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and religious world in which Jesus would have lived.

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