Judaism: sacred texts and revered writings

The sixth and fifth centuries BCE were a time of constant re-identifications within Judean communities, both in exile and in the land; it was a time when Babylonian exilic ideologies captured a central position in Judean (Jewish) history and literature at the expense of silencing the voices of any other Judean communities.

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Im Unterschied zum Deuteronomisten legt der Chronist großen Wert auf die Darstellung der Hiskianischen Reform.

This volume explores the ubiquity of animals and the remarkable density of animal language in the New Testament and its contemporary world.

Winner of the 2017 Manfred Lautenschlaeger Award for Theological PromiseWinner of the 2017 The George A.

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This collection of essays seeks to demonstrate that many biblical authors deliberately used Classical and Hellenistic Greek texts for inspiration when crafting many of the narratives in the Primary History.

"Taten in Texten" bietet neue Perspektiven auf prophetische Zeichenhandlungen, für die Andrea Beyer das kulturpsychologische Handlungsmodell Ernst E.

This book is an exercise in the systematic recourse to anachronism as a theological-exegetical mode of apologetics.

Originally published in 1995, The Antievolution Pamphlets of Harry Rimmer is the sixth volume in the series, Creationism in Twentieth Century America.

A fresh, deeply biblical account of God's expanding grace and mercy, tracing how the Bible's narrative points to the full inclusion of LGBTQ people in Christian communities Discussions of the Bible and human sexuality often focus on a scattered handful of specific passages.

This comparative study examines how scriptures - the Bible and the Qur''an - were interpreted in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam throughout history.

Comprised of rabbinic debates in the aftermath of the destruction of the Second Temple (70 C.

While many ancient Jewish and Christian leaders voiced opposition to Greek and Roman theater, this volume demonstrates that by the time the public performance of classical drama ceased at the end of antiquity the ideals of Jews and Christians had already been shaped by it in profound and lasting ways.

Written BY Preachers and Teachers FOR Preachers and TeachersCombining fresh insights with readable exposition and relatable examples, The Preacher's Commentary will help you minister to others and see their lives transformed through the power of God's Word.

Introducing students to the Book of Daniel in the Old Testament, Ernest Lucas examines the book's structure and characteristics.

In ancient Israel the production of food was a basic concern of almost every Israelite.

Coherent Judaism begins by excavating the theologies within the Torah and tracing their careers through the Jewish Enlightenment of the eighteenth century.

Der Autor analysiert die literarische Struktur von Prov 1-9 und zeichnet nach, wie diese erste "Sammlung" des biblischen Proverbien-Buches entstanden ist.

The foundation of the modern State of Israel in 1948 is commemorated by many Palestinians as a day of catastrophe.

One of the most basic questions for any legal system is that of methodology: how one interprets, analyzes, weighs, and applies a mass of often competing legal rules, precedents, practices, customs, and traditions to reach final determinations and practical guidance about the correct legal-prescribed course of action in any given situation.

This volume introduces the Old Testament and traces the legacy of monotheism first found in the pages of Israel''s Scriptures.

By integrating conversations across disciplines, especially focusing on classical studies and Jewish and Christian studies, this volume addresses several imbalances in scholarship on reading and textual activity in the ancient Mediterranean.

An introduction to the study of Ezekiel that lays out for the reader the central issues for the interpretation of the book of Ezekiel.

When it comes to sex, the Bible is marred by inequality.

'Probably the most important archaeological find in history .

Originally published in 1963, this work is a study of the Old Testament books known as 'The Writings' (Ketuvim).

Originally published in 1956, this book brings together from the canonical writings of Buddhism, Islam and Christianity the most important of the passages in which the view of the Founder is reflected.

In the subsistence agricultural social context of the Hebrew Bible, children were necessary for communal survival.

Die Methoden laden Kinder ein, einem biblischen Text zu begegnen (Inhalt wahrnehmen und erfassen), sich mit der Geschichte auseinanderzusetzen (Bedeutung erschließen) und sie in ihr Leben zu übertragen (im Alltag umsetzen).

Keine ausführliche Beschreibung für "Fragmente zu Hiob 23,1 - 42,17" verfügbar.

Kingship and Memory in Ancient Judah addresses the question of how a postmonarchic society would remember and imagine its monarchy, and kingship in general, as part of its past, present, and future.

In the wake of the Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem and the displacement of exile, there is a unique story that is told about the remnant left behind after the invasion.

A new commentary for today's world, The Story of God Bible Commentary explains and illuminates each passage of Scripture in light of the Bible's grand story.

This commentary on wisdom, worship, and poetry, excerpted from the Fortress Commentary on the Bible: The Old Testament and Apocrypha, engages readers in the work of biblical interpretation.

'The essence of Jewish life is not the bland performance of the Torah's commandments, but rather love of Torah and the way of life to which it is the guide.

1997 was the 50th anniversary of the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls.

Scripture is replete with narratives that challenge a variety of philosophical concepts; including morality, divine benevolence, and human freedom.

Following a detailed introduction to the world of messianic ideology and its significance in Jewish history, The Messiah Texts traces the progress of the messianic legend from its biblical beginnings to contemporary expressions.

The editors ofThe Jewish Annotated New Testamentshow how and why Jews and Christians read many of the same Biblical texts including passages from the Pentateuch, the Prophets, and the Psalms differently.

An essential biography of one of the Bible's most influential booksDuring its 2,500-year life, the book of Genesis has been the keystone to almost every important claim about reality, humanity, and God in Judaism and Christianity.