Yahweh among the Gods: The Divine in Genesis, Exodus, and the Ancient Near East

Description: Yahweh among the Gods by Michael Hundley Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description A redefinition in how we view ancient gods, the relationships between them, and the rhetoric used to exalt them. This volume demonstrates that the primary difference between biblical and ancient Near Eastern presentations lies in their rhetorical goals, not their conceptions of gods - exclusive worship (not monotheism) versus divine supremacy. Publisher Description In this study, Michael Hundley explores the diverse deities of ancient Near Eastern and biblical literature, from deified doors and diseases to the masters of the universe. Using data from Mesopotamia, Hittite Anatolia, Egypt, the Levant, and non-priestly Genesis and Exodus, Hundley explains their context-specific approach to deity, which produces complex and seemingly contradictory portraits. He suggests that ancient deities gained prominence primarily by co-opting the attributes of other deities, rather than by denying their existence or inventing new powers. He demonstrates that the primary difference between biblical and ancient Near Eastern presentations lies in their rhetorical goals, not their conceptions of gods. While others promote divine supremacy, Genesis and Exodus promote exclusive worship. Hundley argues that this monolatry redefined the biblical divine sphere and paved the way for the later development of monotheism and monotheistic explanations of evil. Author Biography Michael B. Hundley received his Ph.D. from Cambridge in 2010 and was an Alexander von Humboldt Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich. The author of Keeping Heaven on Earth and Gods in Dwellings as well as multiple articles, he currently teaches at Central Washington University. Details ISBN 1108482864 ISBN-13 9781108482868 Title Yahweh among the Gods Author Michael Hundley Format Hardcover Year 2022 Pages 350 Publisher Cambridge University Press GE_Item_ID:134192812; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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Book Title: Yahweh Among the Gods : the Divine in Genesis, Exodus, and the Ancient Near East

Number of Pages: 350 Pages

Language: English

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Item Height: 1.2 in

Topic: General, Biblical Studies / Old Testament

Publication Year: 2022

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Features: New Edition

Genre: Religion

Author: Michael Hundley

Item Length: 9.3 in

Item Width: 6.2 in

Format: Hardcover