| 单词 | Essene |
| 例句 | One hypothesis about Qumran was that its inhabitants were Essenes or proto-Christians, and that the scrolls describe the first stirrings of that new religion, evident in their messianism and references to the “Son of God.” Exhibition Review: ?The Dead Sea Scrolls? at Discovery Times Square - Review 2011-10-28T22:51:17Z One of the most popular theories is that they were stored in these caves by the Essenes, a separatist group in ancient Israel that was more religious than many of their contemporaries. What the newly-discovered Dead Sea Scrolls tell us about history 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z The Essene sect had been thought of—for reasons I shall presently explain—as soon as the first scrolls were read. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Many scholars ascribe them to the Essenes, a Jewish sect of ascetics. Son of Dead Sea Scrolls Scholar Is Sentenced to Two Months in Jail 2014-07-14T04:00:00Z Some researchers believe the texts were assembled by a sect known as the Essenes; others – including Golb's father, historian Norman Golb – say the writings were the work of a range of Jewish groups and communities. Man convicted in Dead Sea Scrolls case sentenced to two months in jail 2014-07-14T04:00:00Z Some researchers believe the texts were assembled by a sect known as the Essenes; others - including Golb’s father, historian Norman Golb - say the writings were the work of a range of Jewish groups and communities. After appeal, jail in NYC Dead Sea Scrolls case 2014-07-14T04:00:00Z Some researchers believe the texts were assembled by a sect known as the Essenes; others — including Golb's father, historian Norman Golb — say the writings were the work of a range of Jewish groups and communities. After appeal, jail in NYC Dead Sea Scrolls case 2014-07-14T04:00:00Z For Philo, the Alexandrian scholar, who had something of the monastic temperament himself, the Essenes supplied an example to illustrate the thesis of his “Treatise to Prove That Every Good Man Is Also Free.” The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z “The only time we didn’t play was when there was lightning,” recalled Charlotte DeCozen, who won a women’s New Jersey Golf Association tournament on Aug. 28 after her sister, Essene, collapsed from the heat. City Room: When New York Baked for 12 Sweltering Days 2013-07-19T15:59:23Z The Essenes, an ascetic sect of desert dwellers who lived around the time of Jesus, believed that when they sang in unison on the Sabbath, they were mirroring the songs of the angels in heaven. Celebrating the Jewish High Holy Days: Where is the pleasure this season? 2012-09-13T18:53:00Z Views of Essenes, 109 Virgins, Vestal, sanctity and gifts attributed to the, i. History of European Morals From Augustus to Charlemagne (Vol. 2 of 2) 2012-04-27T02:00:34.267Z The sect of the Essenes probably shows an intermingling of the Greek with other lines of tradition among the Jews of Palestine. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 2 "Hearing" to "Helmond" 2012-04-25T02:00:53.567Z A historian and man of affairs, Josephus portrays the Essenes somewhat more realistically than Philo, and, since he was once a member of the order himself, his account of it must stand as authoritative. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z They were probably a division of the Essenes. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 3 "Helmont, Jean" to "Hernosand" 2012-04-14T02:00:23.707Z They may have referred to the Essenes, who had their ideal Chrest. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z The title is applied to a tiny community of Jewish mystics, the Essenes, who lived near this stream; perhaps the Scriptural Kedron? Unicorns 2012-03-14T02:00:26.677Z Celibacy was taught by the ancient Nazarenes and Essenes, by the priests of Egypt and India, by mendicant monks, and by the piously insane of many countries long before the apostles lived. The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 6 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Discussions 2012-02-11T03:04:02.353Z The Essenes, says Josephus, are bound together more closely than these other sects: they constitute, in fact, a brotherhood that has something in common with the Pythagoreans. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Amongst the ancient religious orders and nations who practiced this rite, we may name the Essenes, Persians, Pythagoreans, Gnostics, Brahmins and Mexicans. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z The designation Minim may mean “observers of the heavens,” and the Essenes appear to have been such. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z But the spies of Caiaphas are everywhere, Jesus is in danger of a second crucifixion, so Joseph takes him back to the Essenes, where he resumes his old occupation of herding sheep. Unicorns 2012-03-14T02:00:26.677Z Essene, es-sēn′, n. one of a small religious fraternity among the ancient Jews leading retired ascetic lives and holding property in common.—n. Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 2 of 4: E-M) 2012-01-11T03:00:23.770Z The Essenes have renounced riches, also; they eat only the simplest fare, and they wear their clothes and their shoes to shreds before they will provide themselves with new ones. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z We have stated Christ may have been an Essene either by birth or by conversion. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z It is plain that the books interdicted in the Talmud pertained to the sect which followed these teachers, and perhaps also to the Essenes. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z The Essenes were one of the three leading sects among the Jews; the Sadducees and Pharisees forming the other two. The Christ Of Paul Or, The Enigmas of Christianity 2011-12-24T03:08:04.237Z John the Baptist was nothing but one of the followers of Mithra, with whom the deserts of Syria and the Thebais of Eyypt abounded, under the name of Essenes. Religion In The Heavens Or, Mythology Unveiled in a Series of Lectures 2011-12-24T03:08:03.360Z This system is rigorous and drastic enough, but Josephus explains that the Essenes were “just and scrupulously careful in their trial of cases, never passing sentence in a court of less than a hundred members.” The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z With these facts in view, it seems impossible that the two religious orders—Essenes and Christians—could have been in existence at the same time as separate institutions. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z Yet except the few cases when the terms “brethren” and “disciple” are used there are few direct references to the Essenes. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z If the Essenes were not Christians, then it is evident that much which is claimed as original in Christianity was copied from them. The Christ Of Paul Or, The Enigmas of Christianity 2011-12-24T03:08:04.237Z From the standpoint of physical and moral purity, Mohammed was in every sense an Essene. Islam Her Moral And Spiritual Value A Rational And Pyschological Study 2011-11-25T03:00:15.820Z But before we describe it further, we must explain who the Essenes were. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z And more especially as their title, according to Dr. Ginsburg, had been changed before from Chassidim to Essenes. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z Certain it is, that thenceforth the names of Essenes and Therapeutæ occurred no more. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z Those who went to Alexandria, in time took the name of Therapeut�, which, it is claimed, was the same as the Essenes. The Christ Of Paul Or, The Enigmas of Christianity 2011-12-24T03:08:04.237Z In this Sakya differs from Mary's son, who never married, being, most probably, of the tribe of the Essenes. Ancient Faiths And Modern A Dissertation upon Worships, Legends and Divinities 2011-11-24T03:00:37.917Z Pliny’s description is brief but important in the present connection, for it locates the Essene community exactly where this building and the library were found. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z The Essenes say, "Lay up nothing on earth, but fix your mind solely on heaven." The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z In other words, they were duly set forth after the manner of literal occurrences in the sacred books of the Essenes long before Paul was born. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z The founder of Islam had too much human nature and common sense to demand of his countrymen such mortifying Growth of asceticism. austerities as were practised by the Jewish Essenes and the Christian monks. A Literary History of the Arabs 2011-11-13T03:00:15.660Z That after the Persian reign it is certain, that three Jewish sects existed,—the Pharisees, the Essenes, and the Sadducees—the last alone being purely Mosaic, and the two first being very like the Buddhists. Ancient Faiths And Modern A Dissertation upon Worships, Legends and Divinities 2011-11-24T03:00:37.917Z It seems probable, from Josephus’s account, that the Essenes had had their rise in the middle of the previous century. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z The Essenes had a high appreciations of the inspired law of God. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z The relations of the birth of Jesus at Bethlehem and his early abode at Nazareth are of the character of myth, and serve to indicate his association with the Essenes. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z The lifted hands of the young Essene dropped as if they had been struck down. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes reverenced Moses, and so great was their respect for the Sabbath, that they would not ease nature on that day. Ancient Faiths And Modern A Dissertation upon Worships, Legends and Divinities 2011-11-24T03:00:37.917Z He deals with the Essenes at much greater length than with either of the other sects. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Philo himself, an Essene teacher, most distinctly teaches the doctrine of "the Incarnation of the Divine Word or Logos." The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z Nevertheless, the conclusion of Eusebius, that the Essenes or Therapeutæ were only Christians of the apostolic age, is impossible. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z It is not customary for any outside of thine order to offer an Essene assistance, since we would spare thee the pain of refusal. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes, their faith and practice— resemblance to Buddhism. Ancient Faiths And Modern A Dissertation upon Worships, Legends and Divinities 2011-11-24T03:00:37.917Z When they travel, they carry nothing along with them except arms to defend themselves against bandits, for an Essene will be cordially received by any Essene community. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z "The Essenes had all things in common, and appointed one of their number to manage the common bag." The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z The converse is more probable by far—that the apostles and their Ebionite followers were religionists after the form of the Essenes. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z The Essene caught at his pilgrim wallet which hung at his side and found it open. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Possession of a place so retired and so suited to study and contemplation being thus obtained, Enda introduced there a multitude of holy men, monks to live like the Essenes of old, a contemplative life. The South Isles of Aran 2011-10-26T02:00:28.363Z Here the property is held in common, as that of the Essenes was; the purchasing is done by a manager or a management. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Hark! my good Christian reader, here is one of your own sworn witnessess testifying that the Essenes originated and established the Christian religion; i. e., the religion now known by that name. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z He adds: “To the sect of the Essenes the originals of John the Baptist and Jesus must have belonged.” The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z But a glance ahead now showed him that the Essene had not called forth this demonstration. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes, who flourished in Egypt and Palestine before the Christian era, were an organization of monks who derived their theological principles from the God Theuth, the founder of the Egyptian religious ceremonies. Monks, Popes, and their Political Intrigues 2011-10-12T02:00:43.383Z The members of these communities have in some cases even shared their wardrobe, putting on any clothes that would fit them, as the Essenes did their winter and summer cloaks. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Based upon this conclusion, he calls the Essenes "the first heralds of the gospel." The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z But Essenism was much older than the Christian era, despite the pretense of Eusebius of the absolute identity of Essenes and the early Christians. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z The flying body the man in scarlet believed to encompass the young Essene swept up to the circle and melted into it. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z It was evidently at one with the doctrines of the Essenes in regard to women. Frauds and Follies of the Fathers A Review of the Worth of their Testimony to the Four Gospels 2011-08-30T02:00:32.823Z Yet with the Essenes, the grades of seniority are maintained in the strictest fashion at the community meals and elsewhere. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z And to the same effect is the testimony of Bishop Marsh, who admits that our Gospels were drawn from those of the Essenes. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z They place his career in the time of the earlier Asmonean kings, about the period when the Essenes are first mentioned by that name. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z Yes; he would wait, also, till he saw the Essene again, who, he was sure, had been buried in the ring. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes rather withdrew than imparted their belief. The Cradle of the Christ A Study in Primitive Christianity 2011-07-19T02:00:18.297Z We do not know what the relation of Jesus to the Essene order was, but it sounds as if, on this occasion, he was deliberately upsetting its protocol. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z "The Essenes commended the poor in spirit, those who hunger and thirst after righteousness, and the merciful, and the pure in heart." The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z As the sacraments of the Church are like the observances of the Essenes and those which are also celebrated at the Mithraic initiations, this is abundantly plausible. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z Suddenly the young Essene stopped as if he had been commanded. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes, a mystical and secluded sect, dwelt apart, took no interest in public affairs, and exerted no influence on public opinion. The Cradle of the Christ A Study in Primitive Christianity 2011-07-19T02:00:18.297Z Neither these fragments nor the Manual of Discipline nor any other of the writings yet read ever refers to the members of the sect as Essenes. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Centuries prior to that era the Essenes had not only churches, but their whole ecclesiastical nomenclature of bishops, deacons, elders, priests, disciples, scriptures, gospels, epistles, psalms, hymns, mystery, allegory, &c. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z The Essenes, though scattered throughout all the provinces of the Roman empire, had their head-quarters at Alexandria, where existed a flourishing university. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z A strangling gasp attracted the older man's attention once more to the Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z All the ingenuity of DeQuincey is unavailing to establish a practical relation between the Essenes and any popular movement in Jud�a. The Cradle of the Christ A Study in Primitive Christianity 2011-07-19T02:00:18.297Z In this and in another passage, quoted by the historian Eusebius, he gives us accounts of the manners of the Essenes that are appropriate to his purpose and congenial to his own personality. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Josephus says, "the Essenes were scattered far and wide, and were in every city," being quite numerous in Judea in his time. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z What became of the sects of the Essenes and Therapeutists after the commencement of the Christian era? The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z Now, had I that young Essene's gold, Capito would not find me in Jerusalem! Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes would not marry, not because they denied the validity of the institution or its necessity, but because they were convinced of the artfulness and fickleness of the female sex. The Life of a Celebrated Buccaneer A Page of Past History for the Use of the Children of To-day 2011-07-06T02:00:45.180Z During his lifetime, Josephus tells us, the three principal sects of the Jews were the Pharisees, the Sadducees, and the Essenes. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z But we are not left to mere inference that the Essenes' creed did include the doctrines of the Trinity and the Divine Incarnation. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z The Essenes, according to Josephus, treated the sun with great veneration, and offered certain prayers early in the morning, as if they made supplication for its rising. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z His Roman love of defiance and war had roused in him a most compelling respect for the young Essene, but cupidity put forth swift and convincing argument even beyond the indorsement of admiration. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes," adds the same author, "have similar ideas about these torments to those of the Greeks about Tartarus and the kingdom of Pluto. Astronomical Myths Based on Flammarions's History of the Heavens 2011-06-24T02:00:15.873Z The great point that is made by both is that the Essenes have organized communities that are grouped around a center, where they come together for meals and to which they are always responsible. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Moreover, one writer informs us that the Essenes celebrated the birth and death of a Divine Savior as a "Mystery of Godliness." The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z The Essenes and Mithrasts were Gnostics in that they held to a personified savior, and not a literal man of flesh and blood. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z His head dropped suddenly into his hands, and the young Essene's touch rested lightly on his shoulder. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z It is probable that the Sadducees, if not also the Essenes, wholly neglected them. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 2 "Fairbanks, Erastus" to "Fens" 2011-06-19T02:00:16.580Z Both writers bring home to us the horror of the world from which the Essenes have withdrawn but which, morally, they have been able to stand up to. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Some modern Christians assert that the Essenes not only omitted to teach these doctrines, but that, on the other hand, they taught other doctrines not taught in the Christian New Testament. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z The Essenes were famous for the cultivation of sacred literature, and had their personified Christ, as we have reason to believe. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z "This is the country-side west of Jerusalem," Agrippa resumed presently, for the young Essene's information. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes appear to have sprung up in the course of the century preceding the Christian era, and disappeared on the dispersion of the Jews after the siege of Jerusalem. The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 2: Ebert to Estremadura 2011-04-14T02:00:56.200Z The whole period of the occupancy of the Essenes would have extended from the end of the second century B.C. up to the year 68 A.D. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Philo says, "It is our first duty to seek the kingdom of God and his righteousness so the Essenes believed and taught." The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z Mr. C. Staniland Wake thinks, with good reason, that the Essenes were Mithrasts, and that they worshipped the sun, and Mithras, the Persian savior, was a personification of the sun. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z Meanwhile Agrippa observed the sun, and after a little silence that his return to spirits seem not to grate upon the young Essene's distress, arose briskly. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z They were a branch of the Essenes, and resembled the Ebionites. The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 2: Ebert to Estremadura 2011-04-14T02:00:56.200Z The defiance of the Teacher of Righteousness, the pacifism of Philo’s Essenes, and the turning of the other cheek of Jesus mark the stages of Jewish defeat. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z "The Essenes, having laid aside all the anxieties of life," says Philo, "and leaving society, they make their residence in solitary wilds and in gardens." The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z The Essenes, as well as the other Mithras-worshippers, adored the sun and greeted his rising with invocations and sacred chants. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z All this was a new and inviting experience for the young Essene, as well as an alleviation. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Then the Jews themselves were divided into many contending sects and parties, among which the principal were the Pharisees and the Sadducees; and beside these we read of Essenes, Galileans, Herodians, etc. The Great Apostasy Considered in the Light of Scriptural and Secular History 2011-03-09T03:00:46.980Z There is, in fact, in every town where the Essenes have established a community, a member of the sect appointed to welcome arrivals from elsewhere and to see that they are taken care of. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z "The breaking of bread was a veritable ordinance among the Essenes." The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z He obviously belongs, in faith, to those early Christians, who resembled the Essenes in their social relations, and who daily expected the advent of the millennium. Cannibals all! or, Slaves without masters 2011-03-06T03:00:21.020Z But it was the face that held the young Essene's attention. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes, similarly, appointed houses all over Palestine where they could safely eat, and priests of their own to prepare their food. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 8 "Ethiopia" to "Evangelical Association" 2011-03-05T03:00:24.537Z The Essenes are, in consequence, excluded from the court of the Temple in Jerusalem, and apparently they never go near this center of Jewish worship. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z The twelve chosen were all Jews, probably of the Essene order. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z We are not, however, among those who believe that the origin of the Therapeut communities of Philo and of the Essenes of Philo and Josephus is to be traced to Orphic and Pythagorean influence. Apollonius of Tyana, the Philosopher-Reformer of the First Century A.D. 2011-03-04T03:01:05.837Z This is Marsyas of Nazareth, an Essene in distress, yet not so unfortunate that he is not willing to help us. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z It has been conjectured that the Clementine literature emanated from Essenes who had turned Christian. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z In reading these contemporary accounts of the Essenes, we are struck by two kinds of resemblance. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z "The Essenes declared their disciples must cast out evil spirits, and perform miraculous cures, as signs and proof of their faith." The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z It is not, however, to be thought that these communities were all of an exactly similar nature, or of one and the same origin, least of all that they were all Therapeut or Essene. Apollonius of Tyana, the Philosopher-Reformer of the First Century A.D. 2011-03-04T03:01:05.837Z The Essenes were the holy men of Israel; the large eyes filled with deference and she bowed. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z As the result of the ascetic training of the Essenes, and of their temperate diet, it is said that they lived to a great age, and were superior to pain and fear. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z They have had to face tyrants as terrible as any that the Essenes fled from, and it has given them the same sort of impulse toward natural brotherhood that inspired the monasteries of the Essenes. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Here is evidence that Gibbon believed that the Essenes, after having borne that name for centuries, changed the appellation to Christian. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z Thus, when advanced to regal power, he sent for Manahem, an Essene, who had predicted of him when a boy that he would be a king, to inquire of him how long he should reign. An Examination of the Testimony of the Four Evangelists 2011-01-19T03:00:17.237Z "Thou art a just youth," the prince went on in the winning voice that had already made its conquest over the Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z There were some of the Essenes who permitted marriage, but strictly with a view to the preservation of the race; in other respects they agreed with the main body of the society. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z But the thing that we are immediately struck by is the resemblance of the Essenes to the Christians. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z The title was again changed, and they adopted or received the name of Christians—the Essenes going out of history at the very date Christians first appear in history. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z Marriage and property had already been eschewed in the Jewish Essene and Therapeutic sects, and in Christianity the name of Encratite was given to those who repudiated marriage and the use of wine. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 7 "Arundel, Thomas" to "Athens" For the Essenes were the best of men, the truly holy men of Israel. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z This common source we may believe with Lightfoot to have been the Persian religion, which we know to have profoundly influenced that of Israel, independently of the Essenes. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z But the Romans got the Essenes in the end—either killed them or caused them to flee. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z The Essenes had their "Exoteric" and their "Esoteric" doctrines. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z But Alexander’s conquests brought the Jews into contact with Hindu and Greek mysticism; and this probably explains the growth of the ascetic Essenes some two centuries before the Christian era. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt" No one took notice of the Essene, who stood waiting with assumed patience until he should be given room. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Josephus tells us too that the Essenes believed in fate; but in what sense, and what relation it bore to Divine Providence, does not appear. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z This discrepancy has been explained by the theory that the sect were called Essenes, “Holy Ones,” only by outsiders. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Do the Essenes repudiate the altar the sacrifice of which may not be eaten? The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Hebrews Their classification by rank was a favorite theme of the secret lore of the Essenes, partly preserved for us in the apocalyptic literature and the liturgy. Jewish Theology "Strange," the Pharisee said after his peculiar manner of talking with himself, "strange that thou shouldst elect to be an Essene." Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z On the one hand it might be maintained that the Essenes out-Pharisee’d the Pharisees. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z The Essenes must have had to store, in the relatively rainy season, all their water for the rest of the year. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Josephus says that the Essenes forbade their disciples to divulge the names of the angels. The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Hebrews The Essenes claimed the holy spirit for their apocryphal writings; see IV Esdras XIV, 38; Book of Wisdom VII, 27.89.On the disputes concerning canonical books, see Yadayim III, 5; Ab. d. Jewish Theology The Essenes are very few these days in Jerusalem; En-Gadi receives them all. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z That work contains the doctrine common to the Essenes with Plato, and suggestive of Persian Dualism, that God is the author of good only. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z In doctrine—whereas the Sadducees do not believe in immortality and think the soul dies with the body—the Essenes regard the body as corruptible but hold that the soul is imperishable. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z The Essenes found a remedy for morbidness in strictness as to meats and minute directions for the employment of time. The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Hebrews As a matter of fact, the early Church was chiefly recruited from the Essenes and distinguished itself little from the rest of the Synagogue. Jewish Theology And thou art a doctor of Laws—a master Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z De Quincey’s contention that there were no Essenes but the early Christians is now a literary curiosity. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z Josephus and Philo agree in emphasizing the general respect in which the Essenes are held. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Reverting to the teaching of the Essenes, the writer proceeds: “Through Jesus let us offer a sacrifice of praise.” The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Hebrews The Essenes, the representatives of the secret lore, developed this conception in the Apocalyptic writings, thus giving the Messiah a certain cosmic or supernatural character. Jewish Theology "It differs little from the teachings of mine own order, the Essenes, except that they believe in the divinity of Jesus of Nazareth and the receptiveness of the Gentile." Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z There is some difficulty in determining how far the Essenes separated themselves locally from their fellow-countrymen. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z Like the Essenes, they bring up adopted children—in the case of the Israeli communities, orphans and refugees. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z The Essenes, Josephus says, believed in fate, and not in free-will; the Sadducees in free-will and not in fate; but the Pharisees in both. St. Paul's Epistle to the Romans, Vol. II A Practical Exposition Essenes excluded oaths altogether, except in the initiation of members. The Covenanters of Damascus; A Hitherto Unknown Jewish Sect Not so great that one going astray after the Nazarenes could not be satisfied with the Essenes, if he were obliged to give up his apostasy. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z There are also certain obvious points of resemblance between the Essenes and the early Christians. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z It seems obvious that the monastic tradition of the Christians must ultimately have derived from the Essenes, and there has always been a theory that Jesus was originally an Essene. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z The Essenes, of whom we shall speak more fully anon, were an order of ascetics, dwelling in monasteries. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning A still more extreme fastidiousness on this point is attributed by Josephus to the Essenes; cf. The Covenanters of Damascus; A Hitherto Unknown Jewish Sect "Perchance, then, thou knowest Galilee," the Essene resumed after a short pause. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Christianity was to some extent a popularization of Essenism, but there is little reason for believing that Jesus himself was an Essene. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z His summary of Essene procedure tallies almost exactly with the Manual We learn from both these documents, for example, that the Essene principle of human brotherhood was combined with a stringent hierarchy. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Under these circumstances, then, it is not to be wondered at that we find they have also traced the Essenes to Hebrew origin. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning Early Christian heresies sometimes exhibit ascetic features reminding us of the Essenes; but none of ultra-legalistic tendency is known. The Covenanters of Damascus; A Hitherto Unknown Jewish Sect He halted for the night at a little village and sought the hospitality of an Essene hermit that lived on the outskirts. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z For a specially Jewish view of the Essenes see Kohler’s article in the Jewish Encyclopaedia. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z The Essenes, who, though they possessed certain doctrines and followed certain practices of their own, were still basically Judaistic, had to assume, like the Old Testament prophets, that their miseries had been willed by God. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Gfrörer, who wrote concerning them in 1835, and said that "the Essenes and the Therapeutæ are the same sect, and hold the same views," was undoubtedly another writer who was touching upon historical ground. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning The standpoint is that of the peculiar Judaizing or Ebonite Christianity due to persistence among Christians of the tendencies known among pre-Christian Jews as Essene. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 4 "Cincinnatus" to "Cleruchy" Stephen loved him and would not persist in the fatal apostasy, if he knew that his friend, the Essene, was to deny himself ambition and fame for Stephen's sake. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z But we are also told that “the Pharisees characterized the Essene as ‘a fool who destroyed the world.’” Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z The palms that were noted by Pliny as the only companions of the Essenes must have disappeared centuries ago. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z The Essenes commended the poor in spirit, those who hunger and thirst after righteousness, the merciful, the pure in heart, and the peacemaker. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning It seems rather to represent a later and modified Essene Christianity, already half-Catholic, such as would suit a date after 250, in keeping with Eusebius’s evidence. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 4 "Cincinnatus" to "Cleruchy" The attitude asked permission to address the Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z But the Essenes perished with the city and the Temple, and for many ages the example of the Hebrews was more serviceable to authority than to freedom. The History of Freedom The absence of such objects in these graves would seem to be perfectly appropriate to the reported austerity of the Essenes, but it makes them rather uninteresting to excavate. The Scrolls from the Dead Sea 1955-05-06T04:00:00Z Buddhists and Essenes seem to have doubled up this eight-fold path into four, for some reason or other. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning When Man is the Turk, and the Atheist, Essene, Erastian Whig, And the Thug and the Druse and the Catholic, And the crew of the Captain's gig. Poems "The Essenes are noted even in Alexandria for their charity," he said deftly. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Josephus informs us that the Essenes were very long lived; many lived upward of one hundred years, solely from their simple habits and sobriety. Vegetable Diet: As Sanctioned by Medical Men, and by Experience in All Ages Including a System of Vegetable Cookery A. Through the sects of the Therapeuts of Egypt and the Essenes of Palestine. The Buddhist Catechism Dr. Mill also believed that it was composed before either of the canonical Gospels, and, what is more important than all, that the authors of it were Essenes. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning Soon after, that of Luke was composed, whose prevailing Pauline tendency was not allowed to suppress various features of a Jewish Essene type. The Canon of the Bible "The Essenes are rare visitors to Jerusalem," was the reply. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Pliny, says that the Essenes of Judea fed on the fruit of the palm-tree. Vegetable Diet: As Sanctioned by Medical Men, and by Experience in All Ages Including a System of Vegetable Cookery Many were baptised by him there, he making use of this symbolic service which had been long in use by certain branches of the Jewish people, especially the order of the Essenes. The Higher Powers of Mind and Spirit These "Scriptures" of the Essenes were undoubtedly amalgamated with the "Gospels" of the Christians, the result being the canonical Gospels as we now have them. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning He found His intimates not among the ascetic Essenes, but among householders and men of affairs. India, Its Life and Thought As she passed the young Essene she tripped on an unevenness in the floor and would have fallen, but Marsyas, with a quick movement, more instinctive than gallant, threw out a hand and stayed her. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes and Therapeutics condemned slavery under all circumstances. Principles Of Political Economy In addition to these two great parties which controlled the people, were the Essenes. Ancient States and Empires The origin of the sect known as Essenes is enveloped in mist, and will probably never be revealed. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning Some hold that Jesus had a still closer relationship to the Essenes and allied mystic orders, but we shall not insist upon this point, as it lies outside of the ordinary channels of historical information. Reincarnation and the Law of Karma A Study of the Old-New World-Doctrine of Rebirth, and Spiritual Cause and Effect That," Agrippa broke in, "by every act he hath done since I knew him, is the most generous of Jews, Marsyas, an Essene, by his permission, my friend and companion. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z She would have liked to have her own small world of admirers, an esoteric few, the salt of the earth, literary Essenes, holding themselves apart from the vulgar herd. Vixen, Volume III. They had no ecclesiastical connections; they stood aloof from the Pharisees and Sadducees, the Herodians and Essenes. John the Baptist Jesus may or may not have been a member of this order; but when it is stated as a fact that he never rebuked the Essenes, it is implying too much. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning If we are to believe the accounts given of the Jewish Essenes by Josephus, De Quincey thinks, the claims made by Christianity are annihilated. The Sympathy of Religions "This is an Essene to whom uncleanliness is as great a crime as a love affair." Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The sect closely resembled the old Jewish order of the Essenes, except that they did not wear the garment of white, but loose garments without buttons. In The Boyhood of Lincoln A Tale of the Tunker Schoolmaster and the Times of Black Hawk The Essenes wore white robes, emblematic of the purity they sought; whilst he was content with his coat of camel's hair and leathern girdle. John the Baptist The principal doctrines and rites of the Essenes can be connected with the East, with Parsism, and especially with Buddhism. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning The Essenes, a Jewish sect not unlike the modern Shakers, treated this sex with little respect, often with contempt. The Young Maiden "Thou who art an Essene and a holy man!" Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z But such a conviction was widely spread, as may be seen from the manner of life of the Essenes and Therapeutæ, who existed long before Christianity arose. Christianity As Mystical Fact And The Mysteries of Antiquity The aim of the Essenes was moral and ceremonial purity. John the Baptist The Essenes were called physicians of the soul, or Therapeutæ; being resident both in Judea and Egypt, they probably spoke or had their sacred books in Chaldee. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning He was equally removed from the stiff formalism of the Pharisees, the loose liberalism of the Sadducees, and the inactive mysticism of the Essenes. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 6, No. 6, December 1864 Devoted To Literature And National Policy He had evolved enough from her words to believe that her call aimed at his spiritual welfare and he remembered that he was an Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes were a secluded sect, living in Palestine, whose numbers at the time of Christ were estimated at four thousand. Christianity As Mystical Fact And The Mysteries of Antiquity A smouldering animosity existed between these Essenes of Islam and the Ulema, who corresponded to the Pharisees. Mystics and Saints of Islam The Essenes lived in Egypt, on the lake of Parembole or Maria, in monasteries. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning The Essenes of the last century before Christ were an ascetic community with puritan and rigoristic tenets and practices. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals "Peace to thee, sir," the Essene said to Classicus, and bowing, returned into the house. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Akin to the Essenes were the Therapeutæ, who dwelt in Egypt. Christianity As Mystical Fact And The Mysteries of Antiquity This belief is found, however, in the mystical tenets of the ancient Jewish sect, known as the Essenes. Primitive Psycho-Therapy and Quackery That, "the College of Essenes at Ephesus, the Orphics of Thrace, the Curetes of Crete, are all merely branches of one antique and common religion, and that originally Asiatic." Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning A member of the Jewish sect of the Essenes, who were all celibate men, always wore an apron, even when alone in the bath. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals "The truth of the story is this," said Classicus as he stepped into his chair and was borne away, "the Essene is no Essene!" Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essene and Therapeutic communities form a natural transition from the Mysteries to Christianity. Christianity As Mystical Fact And The Mysteries of Antiquity While the Essenes cultivated an ascetic brotherhood, the Nazarites were devoted to solitary discipline. Jesus the Christ A Study of the Messiah and His Mission According to Holy Scriptures Both Ancient and Modern That, "the principal doctrines and rites of the Essenes can be connected with the East, with Parsism, and especially with Buddhism." Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning The Jewish sect, the Essenes, concealed part of the body from the sun, as the "all-seeing eye of God," even in the bath. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals Silent and swift the young Essene went after him. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z But Christianity wished to extend to humanity in general what with the Essenes and Therapeutæ was an affair of a sect. Christianity As Mystical Fact And The Mysteries of Antiquity Among the many other sects and parties established on the ground of religious or political differences, or both, are the Essenes, the Nazarites, the Herodians and the Galileans. Jesus the Christ A Study of the Messiah and His Mission According to Holy Scriptures Both Ancient and Modern That, "among the doctrines which the Essenes and Buddhists had in common was that of the Angel-Messiah." Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning Their vegetarianism and their observance of particular holy days have suggested the theory that they were Christians who followed the ascetic practices of the Jewish sect of Essenes. The Books of the New Testament But Marsyas begged Agrippa's permission to go on and the prince, still declaring that the Essene had made a mistake, turned and went with him. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Within the Essene or Therapeutic community the soul sought, by a certain mode of life, to become ripe for the awakening of the higher man. Christianity As Mystical Fact And The Mysteries of Antiquity Believe me, Cousin Timotheus, when we come to eighty years of age we are all Essenes. Imaginary Conversations and Poems A Selection The sacred books of Hindoos and Buddhists were among the Essenes, and in the library at Alexandria. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning It might be Pharisaism, but if we look in the direction of Judaism, it is most natural that we should think of a Judaism resembling that of the Essenes. The Books of the New Testament Be an Essene, or a Jew, C�sar or a slave—that can not alter thy charm! Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Amongst the Essenes, a whole community cultivated a life by means of which all its members were able to arrive at the mystical union. Christianity As Mystical Fact And The Mysteries of Antiquity But how happens it that you, both old and young, break every bond which connected you anciently with the Essenes? Imaginary Conversations and Poems A Selection The Essenes, who were afterwards called Christians, applied the legend of the Angel-Messiah—"the very ancient Eastern doctrine," which we have shown throughout this work—to Christ Jesus. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning The Essenes were vegetarians, they avoided wine, they kept the sabbath with special scrupulousness, and had some secret teaching about the angels. The Books of the New Testament "Yonder man is an Essene; look about; the stones will take tongue and betray thee, sooner than he." Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Another marked peculiarity of the doctrine of the Essenes was the doctrine concerning the pre-existence of souls. Reincarnation A Study in Human Evolution The Essenes did all this, and greatly more, if Josephus and Philo, whose political and religious tenets are opposite to theirs, are credible and trustworthy. Imaginary Conversations and Poems A Selection The "Gospel of the Hebrews," and such like, on the one hand, and the "Gospel of the Egyptians," or Essenes, and such like, on the other. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning These resemblances have tempted some commentators to identify the false teachers with the Essenes. The Books of the New Testament A little flicker of enlightenment showed in the young Essene's brilliant eyes, an angry tension in his lips straightened their curve and he drew himself up indignantly. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes taught reincarnation and the immortality of the soul. Reincarnation A Study in Human Evolution Return to the pure spirit of the Essenes, without their asceticism; cease from controversy, and drop party designations. Imaginary Conversations and Poems A Selection Philo's writings prove the probability, almost rising to a certainty, that already in his time the Essenes did expect an Angel-Messiah as one of a series of divine incarnations. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning But there is nothing to prove that the Essenes worshipped the angels, and St. Paul makes no mention of the Essene veneration for the sun, or their monastic life, or their elaborate process of initiation. The Books of the New Testament "I perceived by thy garments that thou art an Essene," the old man said, "and therefore a safe guide in this land of few milestones." Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes can, therefore, not have believed in the resurrection of the body, but of the soul only, or, as Paul says, of the 'spiritual body.' Reincarnation A Study in Human Evolution I myself run into no extravagances, like the Essenes, washing and fasting, and retiring into solitude. Imaginary Conversations and Poems A Selection The foundation of the legends, however, undoubtedly came from the "certain scriptures" of the Essenes in Egypt. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning Besides this, the principal community of Essenes dwelt by the Dead Sea, and it is very doubtful if any existed in Asia Minor. The Books of the New Testament "An Essene, and he will not stop to give an old man water?" Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z About 150 B.C. a sect called the Essenes was established for the study of curative and poisonous substances. Outlines of Greek and Roman Medicine He is the heir of the great names of antiquity, the philosophers and hierarchs, and the spiritual kings of old; he is of the line of Orpheus and Hermes, of the Essenes and the Magi. Devil-Worship in France or The Question of Lucifer The Essenes—whom Eusebius calls Christians—always turned to the east to pray. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning Out of these elements, united in various proportions, rose successively the Alexandrian philosophy, the Hellenists, the Therapeutæ, those strange Essene communists, with the innumerable sects of Gnostic or Christian heretics. Short Studies on Great Subjects "Arrest me an Essene from the hands of Jonathan." Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The sect of the Essenes embraced part of the teaching of Christianity among their other beliefs. Outlines of Greek and Roman Medicine And in this hidden and quiet place where the wild gazelle feedeth unharmed because there is no shedding of blood, there is a retreat of the Essenes. The Coming of the King The Essenes met once a week, and spent the night in singing hymns, &c., which lasted till sun-rising. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning The third party, that of the Essenes, was marked by quiet piety, and in many respects also by excessive asceticism. A Comparative View of Religions He has arrested an Essene on a trifling charge of apostasy and he is my voucher before the Essenic brotherhood for a loan to repay C�sar. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z If his views were carried out, it would lead to the practice which prevailed among the Essenes, who never did on the Sabbath anything that was customary for them to do on other days. At the Sign of the Barber's Pole Studies In Hirsute History Also the hypotheses, which either entirely eliminate the person of Jesus or make him an Essene, or subordinate him to the person of Paul, may be regarded as definitively settled. History of Dogma, Volume 1 (of 7) Essenes believed in the esoteric as well as the exoteric meanings, 265-l. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Further, if His disciples had been Essenes, would they not have protested against this violation of their principles, instead of merely objecting that the ointment was of too costly a kind? Secret Societies And Subversive Movements After a long time, when the sounds from the pallet assured Agrippa that the soldier could not be easily aroused, he arose and came over to the side of the young Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The doctrine of the Essenes on the subject of our present inquiry was much like that of Philo himself; and in some particulars it remarkably resembles that of many Christians. The Destiny of the Soul A Critical History of the Doctrine of a Future Life These holy men,—these Essenes,—are but stricter, sterner, nobler Pharisees. Christmas Its Origin, Celebration and Significance as Related in Prose and Verse Essenes spoken of by Josephus, Eusebius and Pliny as an ancient sect, 264-m. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry The Essenes were therefore not Christians, but a secret society, practising four degrees of initiation, and bound by terrible oaths not to divulge the sacred mysteries confided to them. Secret Societies And Subversive Movements But if thou art an Essene that comfort is denied thee. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Out of these elements, united in various proportions, rose successively the Alexandrian philosophy, the Hellenists, the Therapeute, those strange Essene communists, with the innumerable sects of Gnostic or Christian heretics. Froude's Essays in Literature and History With Introduction by Hilaire Belloc You may recall the fact that I greatly admire the Essenes and their system. Visionaries Essenes resided in Palestine in the vicinity of the Dead Sea, 260-u. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry The truth is clearly that the Essenes were Cabalists, though doubtless Cabalists of a superior kind. Secret Societies And Subversive Movements "But when I returned from Nazareth, whither I had gone to get my patrimony which the Essene master held in ward, his enemies stoned him before mine eyes!" Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z But the debt to India must not be exaggerated: much of the oriental element in the Essenes, such as their frequent purifications and their prayers uttered towards the sun, may be due to Persian influence. Hinduism and Buddhism, An Historical Sketch, Vol. 3 It was not without advocates among the Jews, as is apparent from the discipline of the Essenes and the Therapeutae. The Ancient Church Its History, Doctrine, Worship, and Constitution Essenes, Zoroastrian principles prevailed in the moral practices of the, 260-u. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry The Essenes are of importance to the subject of this book as the first of the secret societies from which a direct line of tradition can be traced up to the present day. Secret Societies And Subversive Movements "How?" was the next demand flung at the Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The infant Christianity, moreover, in this only followed the footsteps of the Essenes, or Therapeutæ, and of the Jewish sects founded on the monastic life. The Life of Jesus The influence of the philosophical sects—the Epicureans, the Stoics, the Academics, and Plato, 7 The influence of the current Polytheism, 9 The state of the Jews—the Pharisees, the Sadducees, and the Essenes, ib. The Ancient Church Its History, Doctrine, Worship, and Constitution Christ, great similarity between doctrines of the Essenes and those of, 260-l. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Whatever Cabalistic elements were introduced into Craft Masonry at the time of the Crusades appear to have belonged to the second of these traditions, the unperverted Cabala of the Jews, known to the Essenes. Secret Societies And Subversive Movements Resolute and strong as the Essene was, his face contracted painfully. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes, who were scarcely Jews, also appear to have been indifferent to the temple and to the Mosaic observances. The Life of Jesus There was another still smaller Jewish sect, that of the Essenes, of which there is no direct mention in the New Testament. The Ancient Church Its History, Doctrine, Worship, and Constitution Primitive Truths passed from the Egyptians to the Jews, preserved by the Essenes, 369-l. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry This is why it is essential to expose the fallacies and even the bad faith on which the attempt to identify Him with the Essenes is based. Secret Societies And Subversive Movements He drew the young Essene away and signed to the servitors. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The spirit of the time favored small churches; it was the period of the Essenes or Therapeutæ. The Life of Jesus But in process of time, persons of this description at first retired into deserts, and afterwards formed themselves into associations, after the manner of the Essenes and Therapeutae. Luther Examined and Reexamined A Review of Catholic Criticism and a Plea for Revaluation Sun reverenced by the Essenes as a symbol of light and fire, 265-l. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry The Essenes did not frequent the Temple and Christ was there frequently. Secret Societies And Subversive Movements The young Essene had been examining the woman; with a quick glance, now, he inspected her face. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z A column of black wiry men in some semblance of uniform pushed across the open space toward the Essene Gate. The City of Delight A Love Drama of the Siege and Fall of Jerusalem There is no need to bring in irrelevant learning about Essenes to account for his mode of life. Expositions of Holy Scripture Ezekiel, Daniel, and the Minor Prophets. St Matthew Chapters I to VIII The forms and ceremonies of the Essenes were symbolical. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry The Essenes disapproved of wine and marriage, whilst Christ sanctioned marriage by His presence at the wedding of Cana in Galilee and there turned water into wine. Secret Societies And Subversive Movements "I am," Marsyas answered, "a doctor of Laws, a master of languages, a doctor of medicines, a scholar of the College at Jerusalem, a postulant Essene." Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z I am of the loved and dethroned Maccabaean line–acceptable to every faction of Jewry, from the Essenes to the Sicarii. The City of Delight A Love Drama of the Siege and Fall of Jerusalem The Essenes were Jewish monks, living in communities, and as little influential as are the Shakers in Massachusetts to-day. Ten Great Religions An Essay in Comparative Theology The writings of the Essenes were full of mysticism, parables, enigmas, and allegories. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry If it is true, as everything attests, that Moses left an oral law, it is amongst the Essenes that it was preserved. Secret Societies And Subversive Movements "For thy mother's sake, whose happy slave I was, I will take thine Essene at his terms, less the interest on the twenty thousand drachm�." Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essene sect is a living proof of Jewish practical socialism and practical philosophy, the Therapeutae show the Jewish zeal for the contemplative life. Philo-Judaeus of Alexandria Such a problem was presented by the religious sect among the Hebrews entitled the Essenes. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 12, No. 71, September, 1863 Its constitutions were like those of a Society of Essenes, written in the first century of our era. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry "The Essenes, in common with other Syrian sects, possessed and adhered to the 'true principles' of Freemasonry." Secret Societies And Subversive Movements "My Essene at his terms," Agrippa repeated in perplexity. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z It is to Josephus that we must turn for an account of the Essenes; a brief sketch of them is given in Antiquities of the Jews, bk. xviii., chap. i. The Freethinker's Text Book, Part II. Christianity: Its Evidences, Its Origin, Its Morality, Its History Nor is there any evidence that the Essenes, with all their reputed knowledge of the future, cherished the hope of a Messiah. The Life of Jesus of Nazareth It was the doctrine of the Essenes, who, says Porphyry, "believe that souls descend from the most subtile ether, attracted to bodies by the seductions of matter." Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Coming closer to Christianity in time and in teaching, we find a Jewish sect, called Essenes, living in the region of the Dead Sea, which bore remarkable resemblances to Christian monasticism. A Short History of Monks and Monasteries Great haste to get away from the overwhelmed pair seized the Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The doctrine of the Essenes is this: That all things are best ascribed to God. The Freethinker's Text Book, Part II. Christianity: Its Evidences, Its Origin, Its Morality, Its History Near the desert region where he spent his youth and where he first proclaimed his message of repentance and judgment was the chief settlement of that strange company of Jews known as Essenes. The Life of Jesus of Nazareth Among the Jews, the Essenes admitted none among them, until they had passed the tests or several Degrees. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry And it is not to be wondered that the talk among the Essenes caused Him to ponder carefully over the idea expressed by them. Mystic Christianity Silas meanwhile had straightened himself and was gazing with stupefaction at the insensible face on the Essene's breast. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z There is also a Jewish sect which we must not overlook, in dealing with the sources of Christianity, that, namely, known as the Essenes. The Freethinker's Text Book, Part II. Christianity: Its Evidences, Its Origin, Its Morality, Its History Its representatives were called Essenes, though what the significance of the name was is no longer clear. The Life of Jesus of Nazareth He preached in the desert; and therefore in the country where the Essenes lived, professing the same doctrines. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry And then the wonderful event of the dove, and the Voice, upon the occasion of His baptism, seemed almost to verify the idea of the Essenes. Mystic Christianity Marsyas, as an Essene, is given to dividing without protest with thieves. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The followers of the first of whom are the Pharisees; of the second the Sadducees; and the third sect who pretends to a severer discipline are called Essenes. The Freethinker's Text Book, Part II. Christianity: Its Evidences, Its Origin, Its Morality, Its History I'll send a letter to Hazael, the Essene, and after having delivered the message they can remain at the caravanserai in Jericho. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story There was no other sect to which he could have belonged; certainly none so numerous as his, except the Essenes. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Essenes," he will read the following words: "It is an interesting question as to how much Christianity owes to Essenism. Mystic Christianity It is that villain Essene to whom I owe torture and death! Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The existence of the three sects of the Pharisees, the Sadducees, and Essenes, each of which give a different interpretation of the word of God, abundantly prove this. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 17, No. 484, April 9, 1831 The shepherd, he now heard, was an Essene, but he lived among the hills, and Joseph remembered the striped shirt, the sheepskin and the long stride. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story In this Degree the great contest between good and evil, in anticipation of the appearance and advent of the Word or Redeemer is symbolized; and the mysterious esoteric teachings of the Essenes and the Cabalists. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry His meetings were events of great moment to thousands who had gathered from all Palestine to see and hear the prophet of the wilderness—the Essene who had emerged from his retirement. Mystic Christianity For thou art an Essene, by repute, and no man need surrender his reputation for his character. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes also existed at this time, and dressed in white. A Trip Abroad And who was thy master? the camel-driver asked; Jesus answered that he was in those days an Essene living in the great settlement on the eastern bank of Jordan. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story We come at last to the Essenes and Therapeuts, with whom this Degree is particularly concerned. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry He formed his more advanced followers into a band of disciples, with prescribed rules regarding fasting, worship, ceremonial, rites, etc., closely modeled upon those favored by the Essenes. Mystic Christianity Classicus was not feeling the spiritual combat within him, for the work he meditated, that racked the young Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z It was also used by the Essenes in their sacred rites, and by the Egyptians as a pass-word. The Symbolism of Freemasonry He lived in the cenoby as a visitor, rather than as one attached to the order; but how far he might consider himself an Essene did not matter to anybody. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story The Therapeuts resided in Egypt, in the neighborhood of Alexandria; and the Essenes in Palestine, in the vicinity of the Dead Sea. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry This was evidently the type of messianic hope held by the Pharisees as well as the Essenes. The Makers and Teachers of Judaism "And yet one other thing, my lord," the Essene said finally. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Jewish sect of the Essenes, who approached nearer than any other secret institution of antiquity to Freemasonry in their organization, always invested their novices with a white robe. The Symbolism of Freemasonry But the Essenes have never spoken like that, Nicodemus urged: he is not an Essene, nor Moses, nor Elijah, nor Jeremiah. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story The Wandering or Itinerant Jews or Exorcists, who assumed to employ the Sacred Name in exorcising evil spirits, were no doubt Therapeutae or Essenes. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Less important but even more interesting are the Essenes. The Makers and Teachers of Judaism If the young Essene had been a cestophorus upholding the ceiling, the philosopher's gaze could not have been more indifferent. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Jesus was largely influenced by the Essenes, but he rejected their austerity. George Eliot; a Critical Study of Her Life, Writings & Philosophy But the Essenes seem late at work this morning. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Essenes, mysticism and allegories found in the writings of the, 265-l. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry If the Essenes represented simply an extreme type of Pharisaism, the peculiar form of its development was undoubtedly due to the Greek atmosphere amidst which it flourished. The Makers and Teachers of Judaism After a moment's intent contemplation of the Essene's face, Junia settled back into her easy attitude and smiled. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The example had been already set by the Essenes in Judea and the Therapeutae in Egypt. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 The Essenes are not well looked upon in Jerusalem, he said. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Essenes, tenets of Confucius and Zoroaster resembled those of the, 264-l. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry The Essenes do not appear to have had any direct influence in the politics of their day. The Makers and Teachers of Judaism Marsyas," she said, with more impatience than reproach, "and thou art an Essene! Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z With regard to his second reason, we find nothing of the kind in Judaism subsequent to the Essenes, until we reach the Cabbalistic heroes of the Middle Ages. The Book of Delight and Other Papers Eleazar's words caused the Essenes to drop into reveries and dreams, and when they spoke out of these their words were: his grief is more like despair. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Essenes, Zend Avesta prescribes observances similar to those of the, 260-u. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry The Essenes evidently represent a reaction against the prevailing moral corruption. The Makers and Teachers of Judaism With a furious but repressed exclamation, the unknown plunged at the Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Among the Essenes, a newcomer had a perfectly equal right to share everything with the old inhabitants. The Book of Delight and Other Papers But if the Essene brotherhood succeeded in persuading him that his fate was to abandon his father and the trade that awaited him in Galilee and the wife who awaited him somewhere? The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Scriptures, the Essenes believed in the Esoteric and Exoteric meaning of the, 265-l. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry He then spent three years with the Jewish sect known as the Essenes. The Makers and Teachers of Judaism The young Essene dropped to his knees without a word, thrust his hand into the embroidered tunic and felt for the prince's heart. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z These Essenes were great travellers, going from city to city, probably with propagandist aims. The Book of Delight and Other Papers They were now on the outskirts of the village, and pointing to a cabin the Essene told Joseph that he would sleep there and enter on the morrow upon his probationship. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story We know from the New Testament that the belief in possession by demons was widespread among the vulgar in the first century of the common era, and the Essenes specialized in the science of exorcism. Josephus They held that the Pharisees murdered the spirit through adhering to the letter; and in the books which the Essenes themselves wrote—the Four Gospels—they taught this doctrine. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 10, No. 57, July, 1862 But thou art an Essene, and a Jew; wherefore, in thy sight I can not be justified. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z In the same places where Essenes and Therapeutæ had been, there later we find Christian solitaries. Castles and Cave Dwellings of Europe An Essene, but one that was seldom in the cenoby, more often to be met on the hills with his flocks. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Indeed, this passage and the account in Philo are our chief Jewish authorities for the tenets of the Essenes. Josephus The law of Moses, which all the Jews regarded as divine, the Essenes thought contained a twofold signification. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 10, No. 57, July, 1862 In that composure Marsyas read unconcern, which the Essene interpreted as hopelessness for his own cause. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes and Therapeutæ lived, the first in the time of the Maccabees upon the shores of the Dead Sea, and the last two centuries later, in Egypt. Castles and Cave Dwellings of Europe Mathias was willing to accede that much, but certain circumlocutions in his language led Joseph to suspect that Mathias was not altogether satisfied with the Essenes. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story The Sadducees, on the other hand, assert that the souls die with the bodies, and the Essenes teach the immortality of souls and set great store on the rewards of righteousness. Josephus General Hitchcock believes that the New Testament was written by the Essene philosophers, a secret society well known to the Jews as dividing the religious world of Judea with the Pharisees and Sadducees. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 10, No. 57, July, 1862 A young stranger in the robes of an Essene was kneeling among them with large dark eyes fixed in pity upon Saul. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Dropping the name of Essenes or Therapeutae, and retaining that of Christian, they incorporated a thread of real history corresponding to the reign of Augustus, and arbitrarily made the Christian era begin at that time. Astral Worship The rule of the Essenes, however, did not exclude marriage because they believed the end of the world was drawing nigh, but because they wished to exclude all pleasure from life. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story The Essenes live apart from the people in communistic groups, and exceed all other men in virtue and righteousness. Josephus Though not belonging to the sect of the Essenes, he followed their example in adopting the doctrines of Plato and taking them as the criterion in the interpretation of the Scriptures. Handbook of Universal Literature From the Best and Latest Authorities "I am he," the Pharisee interrupted, examining the young man for some familiar feature which might justify the Essene's initiatory. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z In their teachings were reflected as well the lofty moral principles of the Pharisee leader as the contemplative aims of the Essenes. Jewish History : an essay in the philosophy of history He was now within two miles of Jericho, and he rode across the sandy plain, thinking of the Essenes and the cenoby on the other side of Jordan. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story He should be like the Essenes, of whom Josephus saith, that everything spoken by them was more valid than an oath; whence they declined swearing. Sermons on Evil-Speaking As little can any one tell us with any certainty why the 'Paulicians' and the 'Paterines' were severally named as they are; or, to go much further back, why the 'Essenes' were so called. On the Study of Words And perchance, were I an Essene and more than an adopted Pharisee, I could have been visited and borne witness to miracles, also. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z All church historians admit the existence of sects that denied the New Testament Jesus—the Gnostics, the Essenes, the Ebionites, the Marcionites, the Cerinthians, etc. The Truth about Jesus : Is He a Myth? But the Essenes were not really worshipping the sun but praying to God that the sun might rise and give them light again to continue their daily work. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story I am Enoch the Essene, a holy one, a perfect keeper of the law. The Valley of Vision : a Book of Romance an Some Half Told Tales Thus was the child Miriam, who afterwards came to be called the Queen of the Essenes, royally escorted to her home. Pearl-Maiden No, lady; peace is no sweeter to my brethren, the Essenes, than it is to me. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Essene bread can be purchased in some health food stores. How and When to Be Your Own Doctor The word "heart" startled Joseph out of himself, and his eyes falling at that moment on the Essene he was moved to these words: Father, I could never disobey thee. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Whereas, the Essenes were looking for a Messiah to vanquish their enemies, death, poverty, disease and infirmity, and therefore hailed Jesus as their Messiah. The Gospels in Four Part Harmony "She thinks that you shot at a man, not at a beast," replied Miriam; "but I know well that you could not have done this, since that would be against the rule of the Essenes." Pearl-Maiden "The Essenes are not inflicters of punishment," was the even reply. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Here is a new enterprise of Brook Farm, of Skeneateles, of Northampton: why so impatient to baptize them Essenes, or Port-Royalists, or Shakers, or by any known and effete name? Essays — Second Series The tree lived one hundred years, and among the Essenes a centenarian was no rare thing, but of what value to live a hundred years in the monotonous life of the cenoby? The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Ah, I forgot, you are a Sadducee: the Essenes are your sensible people; they believe in the sisters. Ben-Hur; a tale of the Christ They told me that the Essenes were old ascetics who worship Apollo, and could not bear so much as the sight of a woman. Pearl-Maiden "No!" the young Essene declared, pressing upon the Pharisee in passionate earnestness. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z He was neither a puritan, like the Essenes, nor a ritualist, like the Pharisees. The Unseen World and Other Essays All the Essenes were assembled there, and he learnt that they looked upon this prayer of thanksgiving for the return of light as the important event of the day. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Suddenly, at the foot of the terrace on the left, an Essene appeared; he wore a white robe, his feet were bare, and his demeanour indicated that he was a follower of the Stoics. Herodias In truth, my opinion of the Essenes rises, and I am convinced that those priests slandered them. Pearl-Maiden Saul tried to draw away, but the young Essene's imploring hands held his in a desperate clasp. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The sect of Essenes took its rise in the time of the Maccabees, about B. C. 170. The Unseen World and Other Essays I have business, Joseph answered, with the Essenes that have settled in a cave above the Brook Kerith. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story At a sign from Antipas, the Essene followed him into a somewhat dark and gloomy room. Herodias This they did not neglect to do, with the result that presently the Essenes were commanded to send some of their head men to appear before Albinus to answer the charges laid against them. Pearl-Maiden The two gazed at each other, the Pharisee to discover a crisis in the Essene's look; the Essene to see immovability in the Pharisee. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes attached but little importance to the Messianic expectations of the Pharisees, and mingled scarcely at all in national politics. The Unseen World and Other Essays One day, replied the Essene, all the world will fall, and I wish we were as safe from men as we are from this rock. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story He stopped when he reached the pavilion of the tetrarch, fearing he would be splashed with drops of oil if he approached the other tables, which, to an Essene, would be a great defilement. Herodias Camping that night outside the town, at daybreak on the seventh morning they started, and by two hours after noon came to the village of the Essenes. Pearl-Maiden The other was Marsyas, the Essene, who went with an arm over the shoulders of the first, and, bending, seemed to speak with passionate earnestness to his companion. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The idea of an antagonism seems to have been cardinal in the thought of the Essenes and the Orphic cult and in the Persian dualism. God the Invisible King Jesus answered that he had been a shepherd—an erstwhile Essene, he said; one that has returned to the brethren. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story As Jonathas left the proconsul's apartments he perceived Antipas standing under an arch, talking to an Essene, who wore a long white robe and flowing locks. Herodias So things went on until the day of the high priest Ananos, who sent armed men to the village of the Essenes to take the tithes. Pearl-Maiden The Essene frowned and closed the mouth of the purse. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z "An Essene!" many repeated, stirred into wonder at knowledge of the new apostleship. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z But the Essenes said: he'll be vexed indeed if the lamb be fed by any but him. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story And in that moment the Essene comprehended the words of Iaokanann: "In order that His glory may increase, mine must diminish!" Herodias Here a doubt struck him and he said, "But, lady, I understand that you are an Essene." Pearl-Maiden Essenes never make offering at the Temple; that treasure goes into the common fund of the order. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Eleazar stood up by the young Essene and gazed straight at the preacher, as if holding himself in check until the leader declared himself. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Does he put his lamb before the Scriptures? the Essenes asked each other, and they withdrew, shaking their heads. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story The extended palms dropped and the Nazarene looked at the young Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z "Nay, sir," she replied in the same steady voice, "I also am a Christian, who have been protected by the Essenes." Pearl-Maiden He sauntered after the young Essene and idly kept him in sight. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z A manumitted slave, a cumbrous yokel of an Essene, hath given thee troublous nights, because the lady's eyes soften in his presence! Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z They cried out to him and watched the warning being passed from Essene to Essene till it reached the brother standing by the bridge-head. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Classicus raised his head and addressed to the Essene the first remark since the memorable night of Marsyas' arrival in Alexandria. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z "That," she answered, "is the gathering hall of the Essenes." Pearl-Maiden The Essene in the distance, just before he reached the Bridge of the Red Heifer, unslung his wallet and resettled the strap over his shoulder, but the purse did not reappear at his side. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z It is the city of the Essenes, a city of retreat. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Forgive me my question, Jesus, Saddoc answered, and the three Essenes, leaning over the edge of the gorge, stood listening to the mutter of the brook. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Classicus, who had been a quiet observer of the few words spoken between the Essene and the alabarch's daughter, drew himself up from his lounging attitude. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z From time to time the high priests at Jerusalem, who hated the Essenes as heretics, had made demands upon them that they should pay tithe for the support of the sacrifices in the Temple. Pearl-Maiden It was the young Essene, hardly recognizable for the distortion of deadly hate and passion on his face. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z "I am an Essene fallen into misfortune; but once an Essene, an Essene always," Marsyas answered. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The Essenes waited a few moments longer and the knocking they had expected came at their door. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story I am thy grateful servant; yet I am an Essene, poor, persecuted, homeless, hungry and heartbroken. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z "Even the rule of the Essenes permits a man to protect himself and his property from thieves," he answered sulkily. Pearl-Maiden The startled Tarsian turned and the young Essene with bent head gazed grimly down at him. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z I was taken in mine infancy by the Essenic master of the school in Nazareth and reared to be an Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z A shepherd told me the Essenes lived among the rocks.... The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Agrippa made signs and urged for more discussion, but the Essene, masterful in his silence, refused to speak. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z This the Essenes refused to do, as it was against their principles, saying that they demanded nothing but justice, which they were not prepared to buy. Pearl-Maiden He had to have money to escape to Alexandria and the Essene was too profitable a chance to be lost to the murdering hands of fanatics. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Capito stirred in his chair and prepared to speak, but Vitellius cut in with a point-blank demand on the young Essene. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The shepherd told thee that we are Essenes, and it remains for thee to tell us whom we entertain. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story "The noble Roman's pardon, but there are certain things an Essene may not divulge." Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Nor did she lack knowledge of the things of her own faith, though in these the Essenes did not instruct her further than its doctrines tallied with their own. Pearl-Maiden Excited and bent only on preventing the arrest, the man sprang into the crowd and forced his way to the Essene's side. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z The old man made a motion of assent, but he followed the young Essene with a thoughtful eye. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z But I know not, the Essene answered, that any man be dying in the brook. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Agrippa turned half angrily upon the young Essene, but the imperfectly formulated retort died on his lips. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Of the rest, Nehushta told her something; moreover, on several occasions Christian travellers or preachers visited this country to address the Essenes or the other Jews who dwelt there. Pearl-Maiden There was silence; the Essene's eyes filled with question and the Herod gave him time to think. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z "A rare diversion to tempt a man from his ambitions," the young Essene retorted quickly. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z It may be, the Essene answered, but not likely. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story To find him now a guest entertained under the roof he had striven to injure, brought the Essene's temper up to a climacteric point. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z This, however, proved difficult, since among these Essenes were no other girls. Pearl-Maiden "From the young man himself and from the Essenes." Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Brother, Saul of Tarsus consented unto the death of Stephen, and despoiled me of my one love, as an Essene; he proceedeth, now, against my beloved, as a man of the world! Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Talking, he said, to these Essenes who stand midway between Jerusalem and Alexandria my life has gone by. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story The Essene hath heard of the Pharisee Saul's apostasy and hath come to demand his punishment of me. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z Therefore when her mother died, I brought her here to be taken care of by her uncle Ithiel the Essene, and I do not think Benoni knows even that she lives. Pearl-Maiden The young Essene came closer to the grating and looked at the applicant. Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z He had been led to the Essenes by God, and all that had seemed dark the night before now seemed clear to him. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story Speak to the Essenes; tell them of my conversion? The Brook Kerith A Syrian story The Essenes, ten in number, were seated in an embrasure. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story The dwelling which many years before had been built by the Essenes for the use of their ward and her nurse, stood next to the large guest-house. Pearl-Maiden He could not bring the Essenes as testimony, nor could they if they came vouch for the whole truth of his story. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story But, Paul, I did not speak of myself as the Messiah, but as an Essene who during some frenzied months believed himself to be the Messiah. The Brook Kerith A Syrian story |
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