The Holy Sepulchre And The Temple At Jerusalem: Being The Substance Of Two Lectures Delivered In The Royal Institution (1865)

The Holy Sepulchre and the Temple at Jerusalem is a book written by James Fergusson, which was first published in 1865. The book is a detailed account of two lectures that Fergusson delivered at the Royal Institution, London. The lectures were based on Fergusson's research on the Holy Sepulchre and the Temple at Jerusalem.The book is divided into two parts. The first part deals with the Holy Sepulchre, which is the site of Jesus Christ's crucifixion, burial, and resurrection. Fergusson provides a detailed history of the Holy Sepulchre and its various architectural styles. He also discusses the various controversies surrounding the Holy Sepulchre, including disputes between different Christian denominations over control of the site.The second part of the book deals with the Temple at Jerusalem, which was destroyed by the Romans in 70 AD. Fergusson provides a detailed account of the Temple's history, architecture, and significance in Jewish and Christian traditions. He also discusses the various attempts to rebuild the Temple, including the controversial plans to rebuild it in modern times.Overall, The Holy Sepulchre and the Temple at Jerusalem is a comprehensive and insightful book that provides a detailed account of two of the most important religious sites in the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and architecture of these iconic structures.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.