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

Description: Yahweh among the Gods by Michael Hundley 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. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New 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. Table of Contents Part I: The ANE; 1. Mesopotamian Gods; 2. Hittite Gods; 3. Egyptian Gods; 4. Levantine Gods; 5. Synthesizing the ANE Divine Sphere; Part II: Non-Priestly Genesis and Exodus; 6. Yahweh; 7. The Divine Cast of Characters; 8. Yahweh among the Gods; 9. Divine Access and Objects; 10. Synthesis of Perspectives. Review ... learned, up-to-date, and ambitious... Collin Cornell, Interpretation: A Journal of Bible and Theology Promotional A redefinition of the ancient conceptions of god, the relationships between them, and the rhetoric used to exalt them. Promotional "Headline" A redefinition of the ancient conceptions of god, the relationships between them, and the rhetoric used to exalt them. Details ISBN1108482864 Author Michael Hundley Short Title Yahweh among the Gods Pages 350 Publisher Cambridge University Press Language English ISBN-10 1108482864 ISBN-13 9781108482868 Format Hardcover Imprint Cambridge University Press Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom Year 2022 Publication Date 2022-01-13 AU Release Date 2022-01-13 NZ Release Date 2022-01-13 UK Release Date 2022-01-13 Subtitle The Divine in Genesis, Exodus, and the Ancient Near East Alternative 9781108609692 DEWEY 202.109394 Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:168631757;

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