Josephus' Interpretation of the Books of Samuel

Since the seventies, no study has examined the methodologies of Josephus' rewriting of an entire biblical book as part of his Judean Antiquities. This book attempts to fill this vacuum by exploring Josephus' adaptation of the books of Samuel, penetrating the exegetical strategies he employ...

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Main Author: Avioz, Michael (Author)
Format: Electronic Book
Language:English
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Published: London Bloomsbury Publishing 2015
In:Year: 2015
Reviews:Josephus’ Interpretation of the Books of Samuel, Michael Avioz, Bloomsbury T&T Clark, 2013 (ISBN 978-0-567-60880-2), xviii + 254 pp., hb £70 (2016) (Johnson, Benjamin J. M., 1982 -)
[Rezension von: Aviʿoz, Mikhaʾel, 1967-, Josephus' interpretation of the Books of Samuel] (2017) (Patrick, J. E.)
Series/Journal:The Library of Second Temple Studies v.86
IxTheo Classification:HB Old Testament
Further subjects:B Electronic books
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Summary:Since the seventies, no study has examined the methodologies of Josephus' rewriting of an entire biblical book as part of his Judean Antiquities. This book attempts to fill this vacuum by exploring Josephus' adaptation of the books of Samuel, penetrating the exegetical strategies he employs to modify the biblical stories for his intended audience. Through meticulous comparison of the biblical narrative and Josephus' Antiquities, broader issues – such as Josephus' attitude towards monarchy and women – gradually come to light, challenging long-held assumptions. This definitive exploration of Jos
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ISBN:0567608808