Six Dissertations By William Whiston (1734)

""Six Dissertations"" is a book written by William Whiston in 1734. The book contains six separate dissertations, each exploring a different topic. The first dissertation discusses the chronology of the Old Testament, examining the timeline of events from the creation of the world to the fall of Jerusalem. The second dissertation explores the nature of the Mosaic law and its relationship to Christianity. The third dissertation investigates the history and theology of the Essenes, a Jewish sect that existed during the time of Jesus. The fourth dissertation discusses the prophecies of Daniel and their fulfillment in history. The fifth dissertation examines the life and teachings of John the Baptist, and the sixth dissertation explores the history and theology of the Samaritans. Whiston's writing is characterized by his deep knowledge of biblical history and theology, and his commitment to understanding the roots of Christianity. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in biblical scholarship and the history of Christianity.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.