Persia
Kitto's study of Persian history and culture as it relates to the biblical narrative, explaining the principles of Eastern regal government and how the absolute authority of the Persian monarchy illuminates Old Testament references to kingly power and imperial administration.
17 Chapters
Table of Contents
1
01. The Court of Persia
2
02. Principles of Eastern Regal Government
3
03. Legislative Functions
4
04. Judicial and Executive Functions
5
05. State Punishments and Rewards
6
06. A Royal Day
7
07. State Ceremonials
8
08. A Coronation
9
09. The Royal Household
10
10. The People of Persia
11
11. Persia
12
12. Dwellings and Domestic Habits
13
13. Habits of Life
14
14. Persian Character
15
15. Religion
16
16. Festivals and Observances
17
17. Sooffeeism--Arts and Sciences