From Dan to Beersheba / A Description of the Wonderful Land, with Maps and Engravings and a Prologue by the Author Containing the Latest Explorations and Discoveries

Name: From Dan to Beersheba / A Description of the Wonderful Land, with Maps and Engravings and a Prologue by the Author Containing the Latest Explorations and Discoveries
Author: John Philip Newman

By John Philip Newman

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The book offers a detailed travelogue and topographical survey of Palestine, combining descriptions of landscapes, cities, and antiquities with accounts of religious sites and local customs. It maps terrain from northern to southern regions, explains hill and valley formations, and examines notable locations in and around Jerusalem, including temple precincts, sacred mounts, and ancient quarries. The narrative records observations of architecture, inscriptions, tombs, and ruins alongside contemporary urban life, sectarian communities, and liturgical ceremonies. Interwoven are reflections on biblical traditions, the credibility of local identifications, and archaeological evidence, supported by maps, engravings, and comparative testimonies to illuminate the land's historical and spiritual contours.

About the Author

John Philip Newman

John Philip Newman was a 19th-century American author and preacher known for his works that reflect on American identity and geography. His notable book, "America for Americans!" / The Typical American, Thanksgiving Sermon, explores themes of patriotism and national character, while his other significant work, From Dan to Beersheba, offers a detailed description of the Holy Land, enriched with maps and engravings. Newman's writings often blend personal reflection with broader cultural commentary, contributing to the understanding of American values and the exploration of biblical landscapes.