The House of David

The House of David
Author :
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages : 132
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781439618790
ISBN-13 : 1439618798
Rating : 4/5 (90 Downloads)

Synopsis The House of David by : Chris Siriano

In 1903, Benjamin Purnell, a long-haired, bearded itinerant preacher, arrived in Benton Harbor. He and his wife, Mary, stepped out of their covered preacher's wagon, and gazing across a thriving summer resort, they saw their long-awaited paradise. Acquiring this paradise, they established a religious colony called the House of David, which grew to over 1,000 members from around the world, with phenomenal talents in music, sports, entertainment, and architecture. A pre-Disneyland-type amusement park was constructed, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. As the colony's leader, the very charismatic and convincing Purnell called himself a brother to Jesus, and members flocked in, handing over their homes, wealth, and worldly possessions for the promise of everlasting life, creating huge wealth. Soon they built exquisite mansions, hotels, restaurants, cruise ships, factories, and miniature railroads. Holdings included diamond and gold mines, an island in Lake Michigan, thousands of acres of farmland, an Australian resort, an art studio, orchestras, vaudeville acts, a famous bearded baseball team, and more. This book will take readers on the fascinating journey of the House of David.

Brother Benjamin

Brother Benjamin
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 400
Release :
ISBN-10 : UOM:39015019427809
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (09 Downloads)

Synopsis Brother Benjamin by : Clare Adkin

The House of David: Baseball Team

The House of David: Baseball Team
Author :
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages : 132
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781439610992
ISBN-13 : 1439610991
Rating : 4/5 (92 Downloads)

Synopsis The House of David: Baseball Team by : Joel Hawkins

The Israelite House of David was founded in 1903, as a religious colony in Benton Harbor, Michigan. An entrepreneurial group of worshippers, the colony contributed much to the community, including a traveling baseball team that toured the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The almost 200 images collected here by authors Joel Hawkins and Terry Bertolino document the history of this bearded, barnstorming group of baseball players throughout their careers. The colony accomplished much within the community, credited with inventing the automatic pinsetter used in bowling and the first cold storage facility in the county. However, it was the House of David baseball players that caught the nation's attention, with their long hair and beards, which was forbidden to be cut or shaved as a code of their faith. As news of their prowess spread, the team received more and more press throughout the country. Much like the Negro Leagues of the same period, the House of David baseball players would criss-cross the country, playing with such greats as the Kansas City Monarchs, Pittsburg Crawfords, and Satchel Paige and his All Stars.

Island Life, Island Toil

Island Life, Island Toil
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 200
Release :
ISBN-10 : UOM:39015022015864
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (64 Downloads)

Synopsis Island Life, Island Toil by : Ramon Nelson

House of God or House of David

House of God or House of David
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 144
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780567206008
ISBN-13 : 0567206009
Rating : 4/5 (08 Downloads)

Synopsis House of God or House of David by : Lyle Eslinger

2 Samuel 7 has always been a focal point in discussion about the Davidic covenant and its relationship to the exodus (or Sinai) covenant. This new rhetorical study of the speeches of Yahweh and David in 2 Samuel 7 examines the dynamics of the conversation between the two characters, a conversation essentially about houses and obligation. The reading proposes that talk of a Davidic dynasty is a diversionary strategy that Yahweh uses to deflect David's interest from a temple building project. It also suggests that the manner in which Yahweh presents the offer of dynasty conceals an empty offer behind the facade of a grandiose and unending lineage. The history of religions problem of a Davidic versus sinaitic covenant may be resolved by attending less to the facade and more to the undertones of Yahweh's offer.

David

David
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Publisher : Yale University Press
Total Pages : 177
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780300210163
ISBN-13 : 0300210167
Rating : 4/5 (63 Downloads)

Synopsis David by : David Wolpe

Of all the figures in the Bible, David arguably stands out as the most perplexing and enigmatic. He was many things: a warrior who subdued Goliath and the Philistines; a king who united a nation; a poet who created beautiful, sensitive verse; a loyal servant of God who proposed the great Temple and founded the Messianic line; a schemer, deceiver, and adulterer who freely indulged his very human appetites. David Wolpe, whom Newsweek called “the most influential rabbi in America,” takes a fresh look at biblical David in an attempt to find coherence in his seemingly contradictory actions and impulses. The author questions why David holds such an exalted place in history and legend, and then proceeds to unravel his complex character based on information found in the book of Samuel and later literature. What emerges is a fascinating portrait of an exceptional human being who, despite his many flaws, was truly beloved by God.

The House of David

The House of David
Author :
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages : 132
Release :
ISBN-10 : 0738550825
ISBN-13 : 9780738550824
Rating : 4/5 (25 Downloads)

Synopsis The House of David by : Christopher Siriano

In 1903, Benjamin Purnell, a long-haired, bearded itinerant preacher, arrived in Benton Harbor. He and his wife, Mary, stepped out of their covered preacher's wagon, and gazing across a thriving summer resort, they saw their long-awaited paradise. Acquiring this paradise, they established a religious colony called the House of David, which grew to over 1,000 members from around the world, with phenomenal talents in music, sports, entertainment, and architecture. A pre-Disneyland-type amusement park was constructed, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. As the colony's leader, the very charismatic and convincing Purnell called himself a brother to Jesus, and members flocked in, handing over their homes, wealth, and worldly possessions for the promise of everlasting life, creating huge wealth. Soon they built exquisite mansions, hotels, restaurants, cruise ships, factories, and miniature railroads. Holdings included diamond and gold mines, an island in Lake Michigan, thousands of acres of farmland, an Australian resort, an art studio, orchestras, vaudeville acts, a famous bearded baseball team, and more. This book will take readers on the fascinating journey of the House of David.

The Tel Dan Inscription

The Tel Dan Inscription
Author :
Publisher : A&C Black
Total Pages : 356
Release :
ISBN-10 : 0567040437
ISBN-13 : 9780567040435
Rating : 4/5 (37 Downloads)

Synopsis The Tel Dan Inscription by : George Athas

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