The Story Of Ahikar From The Syriac, Arabic, Armenian, Ethiopic, Greek, And Slavonic Versions (1898)

The Story of Ahikar is a book that was first published in 1898 and is written by Frederick Cornwallis Conybeare. The book is a compilation of various versions of the story of Ahikar, a wise and virtuous man from ancient Assyria. The versions included in the book are from different languages, including Syriac, Arabic, Armenian, Ethiopic, Greek, and Slavonic.The book starts with an introduction by the author, providing some historical background on the story of Ahikar and its various versions. The author then presents the different versions of the story, each with its own unique variations and nuances. The book also includes a detailed analysis of the different versions, comparing and contrasting them to identify the common themes and motifs.The story of Ahikar is a tale of wisdom, virtue, and redemption. It follows the life of Ahikar, a trusted advisor to the king of Assyria, who is betrayed by his own nephew and falsely accused of treason. Ahikar is then exiled and left to wander the world, where he encounters various challenges and learns valuable lessons. Eventually, he is able to clear his name and return to his rightful place at the king's side.Overall, The Story of Ahikar is a fascinating read for anyone interested in ancient literature, folklore, and mythology. The book provides a unique insight into the cultural and linguistic diversity of the story of Ahikar, and how it has evolved over time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.