Biblical Text and Texture
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Biblical Text and Texture by Michael Fishbane
The bible remains one of the major literary achievements of human history, comprising over 60 documents, with as many contributors, and composed over many centuries. In this book, Michael Fishbane approaches the Hebrew Bible from a literary point of view. He demonstrates how, just as orators use particular techniques such as repetition and pause to convey their message in the way they require, the Hebrew Bible authors used a range of literary devices to communicate a religious message applicable to particular historical moments, each with their own political, moral and theological contexts.
"A beautifully written little volume containing … sensitivity to language, spiritual insight, and passionate faith" John G. Gamie * Interpretation *
"very readable and instructive introduction to a literary reading of scripture." * Epworth Review *
"a useful contribution to the study of the Bible as literature." * Journal for the Study of the Old Testament *
"this volume still retains its freshness" * Theological Book Review *
"there are stunning insights clearly presented" * World Faiths Encounter *
"very readable and instructive introduction to a literary reading of scripture." * Epworth Review *
"a useful contribution to the study of the Bible as literature." * Journal for the Study of the Old Testament *
"this volume still retains its freshness" * Theological Book Review *
"there are stunning insights clearly presented" * World Faiths Encounter *
Michael Fishbane is the Nathan Cummings Distinguished Service Professor of Jewish Studies at the University of Chicago. He is the author and editor of numerous books, including The JPS Bible Commentary: Haftarot (2002); the National Jewish Book Award-winning Biblical Interpretation in Ancient Israel; and The Kiss of God: Spiritual and Mystical Death in Judaism. Fishbane received a lifetime achievement award for scholarship from the National Foundation of Jewish Culture and is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781851681518 |
| ISBN 10 | 1851681515 |
| Title | Biblical Text and Texture |
| Author | Michael Fishbane |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oneworld Publications |
| Year published | 2003-11-10 |
| Number of pages | 172 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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