Theory and practice in Essene law

Presenting a novel approach for the study of law in the Dead Sea Scrolls, this book is conveniently divided into concepts and practices, highlighting the discrepancies between the two. It is a valuable study for anyone interested in Jewish law, legal history, sectarianism and communal life.

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Main Author: Amihay, Aryeh 1977- (Author)
Format: Electronic Book
Language:English
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Published: Oxford Oxford University Press USA- OSO 2016
In:Year: 2016
Reviews:[Rezension von: Amihay, Aryeh, 1977-, Theory and practice in Essene law] (2020) (Mermelstein, Ari, 1971 -)
[Rezension von: Amihay, Aryeh, 1977-, Theory and practice in Essene law] (2018) (Fraade, Steven D., 1949 -)
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Essenes / Jewish law
Further subjects:B Essenes
B Electronic books
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Parallel Edition:Non-electronic
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Summary:Presenting a novel approach for the study of law in the Dead Sea Scrolls, this book is conveniently divided into concepts and practices, highlighting the discrepancies between the two. It is a valuable study for anyone interested in Jewish law, legal history, sectarianism and communal life.
Cover -- Theory and Practice in Essene Law -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- List of Acronyms -- Introduction -- Part I: Concepts On the Extraction of Notions -- 1. Legal Essentialism -- 2. Hierarchy and Exclusivity -- 3. Time and Space -- 4. Obligation and Authority -- 5. Intent and Responsibility -- 6. Retribution and Control -- Part II: Practices Shifting from Theory to Practice -- 7. Association and Admission -- 8. Covenant and Initiation -- 9. Officers and Leaders -- 10. Reproof and Mediation -- 11. Punishment and Exclusion -- Conclusion -- Bibliography -- Index of Ancient and Pre-Modern Texts -- Index of Modern Authors -- Subject Index.
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ISBN:0190631023