The Lost Tribes of Israel: The History of a Myth

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Book Synopsis: Tudor Parfitt examines a myth which is based on one of the world’s oldest mysteries – what happened to the lost tribes of Israel? Christians and Jews alike have attached great importance to the legendary fate of these tribes which has had a remarkable impact on their ideologies throughout history. Each tribe of Israel claimed descent from one of the twelve sons of Jacob and the land of Israel was eventually divided up between them. Following a schism which formed after the death of Solomon, ten of the tribes set up an independent northern kingdom, whilst those of Judah and Levi set up a separate southern kingdom. In 721BC the ten northern tribes were ethnically cleansed by the Assyrians and the Bible states they were placed: ‘in Halah and in Habor by the river of Gozan and in the city of Medes.’ The Bible also foretold that one day they would be reunited with the southern tribes in the final redemption of the people of Israel. Their subsequent history became a tapestry of legend and hearsay. The belief persisted that they had been ‘lost’ in some remote part of the world and there were countless suggestions and claims as to where. At a lecture Parfitt gave some years ago in Cape Town he was approached by a group of Africans who claimed to be members of the Lemba tribe from a mysterious lost city of Sena, and of Jewish descent. The final chapter will attempt to reveal, using a combination of linguistics and genetics, what did become of these lost tribes.

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Unlock the secrets of history's greatest enigma with "The Lost Tribes of Israel: The History of a Myth" by Tudor Parfitt. Delve into the mystery that has captivated Christians and Jews for centuries - what happened to the lost tribes of Israel? This fascinating book explores the impact of these tribes on religious ideologies and offers a unique perspective on their fate.

According to ancient texts, the land of Israel was divided between the twelve tribes, each claiming descent from one of Jacob's sons. However, a schism after Solomon's death led to ten northern tribes forming an independent kingdom, while the tribes of Judah and Levi established a separate kingdom in the south. In 721BC, the Assyrians ethnically cleansed the ten tribes, scattering them across distant lands like Halah, Habor, and Medes.

The belief that the lost tribes would one day reunite with the southern tribes drove countless claims and suggestions about their whereabouts. In a captivating anecdote, Parfitt recounts being approached by Africans claiming to be members of the Lemba tribe, with Jewish ancestry and hailing from the mysterious lost city of Sena. Such encounters only deepen the mystery and the desire to uncover the truth.

Join Tudor Parfitt on a journey that blends linguistics and genetics, as he attempts to unravel the final chapter of the lost tribes' history. Through meticulous research and analysis, this book offers a new perspective and sheds light on the myths and realities surrounding the fate of these tribes. Don't miss your chance to uncover the truth and order "The Lost Tribes of Israel: The History of a Myth" today.

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