ISBN:
9780567665218
Language:
English
Pages:
1 Online-Ressource (1 online resource)
Edition:
London Bloomsbury Publishing 2014 Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
Edition:
Also issued in print
Year of publication:
2015
Series Statement:
The library of second temple studies 86
Parallel Title:
Available in another form
DDC:
933/.02
Keywords:
Josephus, Flavius
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Bible Early works to 1800 History of Biblical events
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Bible Criticism, interpretation, etc
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Jews History 1200-953 B.C
Abstract:
"Since the seventies, no study has examined the methodologies of Josephus' rewriting of an entire biblical book as part of his Judean Antiquities. This book attempts to fill this vacuum by exploring Josephus' adaptation of the book of Samuel, penetrating the exegetical strategies he employs to modify the biblical stories for his intended audience. Through meticulous comparison of the biblical narrative and Josephus' Antiquities, broader issues - such as Josephus' attitude towards monarchy and women - gradually come to light, challenging long-held assumptions. This definitive exploration of Josephus' rewriting of Samuel illuminates the encounter between two ancient texts and its relevance to scholarly discourse today."--
Abstract:
Machine generated contents note: -- Table of Contents. Acknowledgments. Abbreviations. Part I. Chapter 1: Introduction -- Chapter 2: The Book of Samurl : an overview -- Part II. Chapter 3: The Saul narrative in Josephus' antiquities -- Chapter 4: The David narrative in Josephus' antiquities -- Part III. Chapter 5: General issues in Josephus' rewriting of the Book of Samurl -- Chapter 6: Conclusion.
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and indexes
,
Also issued in print.
,
Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
DOI:
10.5040/9780567665218
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