An Ancient Israelite Literature in Its Cultural Context: A Survey of Parallels Between Biblical and Ancient Near Eastern Texts by Walton, John H.
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An Ancient Israelite Literature in Its Cultural Context: A Survey of Parallels Between Biblical and Ancient Near Eastern Texts by Walton, John H.

An Ancient Israelite Literature in Its Cultural Context: A Survey of Parallels Between Biblical and Ancient Near Eastern Texts

Zondervan Academic
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Description

This unique book surveys within the various literary genres the parallels between the Bible and the literature of the ancient Near East. Each section begins with a survey of the available ancient literature, continues with a discussion of the literature, and concludes with a discussion of cases of alleged borrowing. The genres covered are - cosmology - laws - historical literature - wisdom literature - apocalyptic literature - personal archives and epics - covenants and treaties - hymns, prayers, and incantations - prophetic literature



Author: John H. Walton
Publisher: Zondervan Academic
Published: 07/26/1994
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.89lbs
Size: 9.12h x 5.96w x 0.69d
ISBN13: 9780310365914
ISBN10: 0310365910
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation | Old Testament
- Religion | Judaism | Sacred Writings
- Religion | Biblical Studies | History & Culture