Secret groups in ancient Judaism /Michael E. Stone.

Stone, Michael E., 1938-

Secret groups in ancient Judaism /Michael E. Stone. - New York : Oxford University Press, (c)2018. - 1 online resource

Includes bibliographies and index.

Secret societies in ancient Judaism -- "Esoteric", mysteries, and secrecy -- Esoteric as a social category -- The social organization of secrecy -- Initiation and graded revelation -- Other secret Jewish groups and traditions -- The social setting of esoteric tradition.



9780190842390

2017016861


Jewish sects.


Electronic Books.

BM175 / .S437 2018