Antiquities of the Jews (Flavius Josephus)

"Antiquities of the Jews" by Flavius Josephus is a comprehensive history of the Jewish people from creation to the first century CE. Written in the first century, it integrates Jewish history with broader regional and historical contexts, aiming to explain Jewish customs, beliefs, and their place in the world. The work is valued both as a religious record and as a historical source, providing insights into Jewish life, politics, and culture during antiquity, and offering perspectives on early Christianity as well.