Dewrell, Heath D.
Child Sacrifice in Ancient Israel
- ISBN 13:
- 9781575064949
- author:
- Dewrell, Heath D.
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Eisenbrauns
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 236
- Dimensions:
- 16.26 x 23.37 x 2.29 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Ancient, General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Child sacrifice in ancient Israel is a topic that has long been shrouded in controversy and debate. Despite its shocking nature, it is clear that this practice did indeed exist among certain groups in the ancient Near East. A close examination of the evidence reveals that there were at least three different types of child sacrifice practiced by the Israelites, each with its own unique history and purpose. This study explores both the historical reality of these practices and the biblical rhetoric condemning them, highlighting the surprising diversity of strategies employed by the writers of the Hebrew Bible. By examining the biblical condemnation of child sacrifice, Dewrell sheds new light on this complex and fascinating topic, revealing a nuanced understanding of the cultural and religious context in which it took place.
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