Apocalypse against Empire: Theologies of Resistance in Early Judaism

Description: Apocalypse against Empire: Theologies of Resistance in Early Judaism [Paperback] Portier-Young, Anathea E. and Collins, John J. Product Overview A fresh and daring take on ancient apocalyptic books. The year 167 b.c.e. marked the beginning of a period of intense persecution for the people of Judea, as Seleucid emperor Antiochus IV Epiphanes attempted ― forcibly and brutally ― to eradicate traditional Jewish religious practices. In Apocalypse against Empire Anathea Portier-Young reconstructs the historical events and key players in this traumatic episode in Jewish history and provides a sophisticated treatment of resistance in early Judaism. Building on a solid contextual foundation, Portier-Young argues that the first Jewish apocalypses emerged as a literature of resistance to Hellenistic imperial rule. She makes a sturdy case for this argument by examining three extant apocalypses, giving careful attention to the interplay between social theory, history, textual studies, and theological analysis. In particular, Portier-Young contends, the book of Daniel, the Apocalypse of Weeks, and the Book of Dreams were written to supply an oppressed people with a potent antidote to the destructive propaganda of the empire ― renewing their faith in the God of the covenant and answering state terror with radical visions of hope.. Read more Details Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.; Reprint edition (January 9, 2014) Language ‏ : ‎ English Paperback ‏ : ‎ 488 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 080287083X ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 34 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.55 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 0.81 x 9.25 inches Best Sellers Rank: #924,231 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #418 in Jewish Theology #951 in History of Judaism #4,160 in Christian Bible Criticism & Interpretation #418 in Jewish Theology Quality Products This will be shipped securely Returns must be within 30 days - item EXACTLY as it was sent. Must have tracking number. Email us with any issues/questions. Thanks for looking! Fast and Free Shipping Shipping is free for this item. We get your order shipped out and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Commitment We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. That means having access to real people that get your questions and concerns answered quickly. Give us a shot and we will make sure that you will look to us again!

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