Description
In this book Meredith J.C. Warren identifies and defines a new genre in ancient texts that she terms hierophagy, a specific type of transformational eating where otherworldly things are consumed. Multiple ancient Mediterranean, Jewish, and Christian texts represent the ramifications of consuming otherworldly food, ramifications which were understood across religious boundaries. Reading ancient texts through the lens of hierophagy helps scholars and students interpret difficult passages in Joseph and Aseneth, 4 Ezra, Revelation 10, and the Persephone myths, among others.
Author: Meredith J. C. Warren
Publisher: SBL Press
Published: 04/05/2019
Pages: 206
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.47d
ISBN13: 9781628372380
ISBN10: 1628372389
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Ancient
- Religion | Biblical Studies | Exegesis & Hermeneutics
- Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation | General
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