James W. Watts
Persia And Torah
- ISBN 13:
- 9781589830158
- author:
- James W. Watts
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Society of Biblical Literature
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 242
- Genre:
- Religious History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Persia and Torah: The Theory of Imperial Authorization of the Pentateuch explores the complex relationship between ancient Israelite scripture and the Persian Empire's influence on its development.
James W. Watts examines the historical context in which the Pentateuch was written, considering how imperial authorization may have shaped the content and structure of this foundational Jewish text.
This scholarly work is a valuable contribution to ongoing debates about the origins and meaning of the Hebrew Bible, offering insights into the intersection of politics, culture, and religion in ancient Israelite society.
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