A monster without a name: creating the beast known as Antiochus IV in Daniel 7

The strange beasts of Daniel 7 have generated multiple investigations exploring their biblical and ancient Near Eastern backgrounds. This article focuses on the purpose served by the beastly imagery rather than its source material. Using Monster Theory, the article argues that the author intentional...

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Main Author: Macumber, Heather (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: The National Library of Canada 2015
In: The journal of Hebrew scriptures
Year: 2015, Volume: 15, Pages: 1-26
IxTheo Classification:HB Old Testament
Further subjects:B Bible. Daniel 7
Online Access: Volltext (kostenfrei)

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