Alfred Edersheim, born on March 7, 1825, and died on March 16, 1889, was a prominent historian and Jewish scholar known for his extensive research on Judaism and the Bible. As a historian, Edersheim made significant contributions to the field of Jewish studies, particularly through his in-depth exploration of Jewish history, religion, culture, and law. His works, including 'A History of the Jewish People' and 'The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah,' have had a lasting impact on the study of Judaism and have been widely read and studied by scholars around the world.