Lamech’s Song and the Cain Genealogy: An Examination of Gen 4,23-24 within its Narrative Context

Gen 4,17-26 contains a curious poem, “Lamech’s Song,”, which interrupts the genealogy of Cain (Gen 4,23-24). Interpretations of Lamech’s perplexing song range from it being incoherent, to its playing a central role in the surrounding narrative and genealogy. This essay explores the meaning of Lamech...

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Published in:Scandinavian journal of the Old Testament
Main Author: Twersky, Geula (Author)
Format: Electronic/Print Article
Language:English
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Published: Taylor & Francis [2017]
In: Scandinavian journal of the Old Testament
Year: 2017, Volume: 31, Issue: 2, Pages: 275-293
IxTheo Classification:HB Old Testament
Further subjects:B Bible. Genesis 4,23-24
B Song
B Genealogy
B Lamech
B Genesis
B Bible. Genesis 4,17-26
B Cain
Online Access: Volltext (doi)

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