"And many beasts" (Jonah 4:11): the function and status of animals in the Book of Jonah
This article examines the special role and function of animals in the book of Jonah. Throughout the book, all elements of creation (natural forces, flora and fauna) serve as emissaries of the Lord. Among animals, this applies specifically to the “great fish” and the worm. Their subjection to God’s w...
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
| Check availability: | HBZ Gateway |
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| Interlibrary Loan: | Interlibrary Loan for the Fachinformationsdienste (Specialized Information Services in Germany) |
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2010
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The journal of Hebrew scriptures
Year: 2010, Volume: 10, Pages: 2-26 |
| IxTheo Classification: | HB Old Testament |
| Further subjects: | B
Jonah
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