
Biblical Text and Texture
A Literary Reading of Selected Texts
Michael A. Fishbane(Author)
Oneworld Academic (Publisher)
Published on 5. February 1998
Book
Paperback/Softback
172 pages
978-1-85168-151-8 (ISBN)
Description
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.
Reviews / Votes
"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 *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Oneworld Publications
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
black & white illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
225 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-85168-151-8 (9781851681518)
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Person
Michael Fishbane is Nathan Cummings Professor of Jewish Studies at the University of Chicago, and Chair of the Committee on Jewish Studies. He has authored and edited more than fifteen books.
Content
Preface
Introduction
Narratives and Narrative Cycles
Speeches and Prayers
Motifs and Other Text-Transformations
Epilogue
Notes
Index
Introduction
Narratives and Narrative Cycles
Speeches and Prayers
Motifs and Other Text-Transformations
Epilogue
Notes
Index