A Reassessment of the Theme of "Chaos" in the Hebrew Bible
Hardback
Publication Date: 16/11/2005
This monograph presents a challenge to the view that the Hebrew Bible contains allusions to Yahweh's battle with chaos, showing how the term has been inappropriately applied in a range of contexts where far more diverse spheres of imagery should instead be recognised. Through the construction of a careful diachronic model (developed with particular reference to the Psalter), the author presents a persuasive case for reversing common assumptions about the development of Israelite religion, finding instead that the combat motif was absent in the earliest period, whilst the slaying of a dragon was attributed to Yahweh only in a distinctive monotheistic adaptation, which arose from around 587 B.C.
- ISBN:
- 9783110179934
- 9783110179934
- Category:
- Biblical studies & exegesis
- Format:
- Hardback
- Publication Date:
- 16-11-2005
- Language:
- English
- Publisher:
- De Gruyter
- Country of origin:
- Germany
- Pages:
- 523
- Dimensions (mm):
- 230x155x32mm
- Weight:
- 0.92kg
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