The Messianic Hope Of Israel : Kessinger Publishing : 9781432562250 : 1432562258 : 01 Mar 2007 : ""The Messianic Hope of Israel: Studies in Messianic Prophecy"" is a comprehensive examination of the concept of the Messiah in Jewish thought and tradition. Written by Max I. Reich, a renowned scholar of Jewish studies, this book explores the various biblical, rabbinic, and mystical sources that have contributed to the development of the Messianic idea in Judaism. Reich analyzes the major Messianic prophecies found in the Hebrew Bible, including those in the books of Isaiah, Daniel, and Zechariah, and traces their interpretations throughout Jewish history. He also examines the role of the Messiah in Jewish eschatology and the relationship between the Messianic hope and the Jewish people's historical experiences of persecution and exile. ""The Messianic Hope of Israel"" provides a detailed and nuanced understanding of the Messianic concept in Jewish thought, making it an essential resource