Barrera, Julio Trebolle
Libro de los salmos. Religión, poder y saber
- ISBN 13:
- 9788481644616
- author:
- Barrera, Julio Trebolle
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Editorial Trotta, S.A.
- language:
- Spanish
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 168
- Dimensions:
- 15 x 15 centimetres
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The biblical monotheism builds upon material from ancient polytheistic religions, particularly in its celebration of festivals and rituals based on archetypal correlations between heaven and earth. However, the religion of Israel originates from personal experiences of joy and sorrow, as well as a collective history that begins with slavery and liberation from Egypt, culminating in restoration after exile from Babylon. This history gives rise to a unique symbolism, which is expressed poetically in the psalms. The biblical paradigm is rooted in fundamental symbols and images, alongside personal experiences of grief and triumph. These elements form the core of the religious tradition, finding expression in the poetic language of the psalms. This book explores the origins and significance of the biblical monotheistic tradition, examining its relationship with ancient polytheistic religions and its unique symbolism.