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Document Details : Title: Philo's Interest in the Synagogue Author(s): MARTIN, Matthew J. Journal: Ancient Near Eastern Studies Volume: 37 Date: 2000 Pages: 215-223 DOI: 10.2143/ANES.37.0.1087 Abstract : For all that we know that the institution of the synagogue was widespread in the Alexandria of the Jewish philosopher Philo’s day, it remains a not often cited fact that Philo in fact makes very few direct references to this institution. What references he does make are largely restricted to his two historical treatises. It is argued that this cannot be taken to reflect a lack of interest in the synagogue on Philo’s part. Whilst recognising the role of apologetic in Philo’s historical works, Philo’s thought and writings in general may be seen to presuppose a synagogue Judaism. Philo does not frequently discuss that which he takes for granted. |
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