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Predicting the Past in the Ancient Near East

Mantic Historiography in Ancient Mesopotamia, Judah, and the Mediterranean World

By: Matthew Neujahr

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Predicting the Past in the Ancient Near East

Mantic Historiography in Ancient Mesopotamia, Judah, and the Mediterranean World

By: Matthew Neujahr

This work provides an in-depth investigation of after-the-fact predictions in ancient Near Eastern texts from roughly 1200 B.C.E.–70 C.E. It argues that the Akkadian, Aramaic, Hebrew, and Greek works discussed are all part of a developing scribal discourse of “mantic historiography” by which scribes blend their local traditions of history writing and predictive texts to produce a new mode of historiographic expression. This in turn calls into question the use and usefulness of traditional literary categories such as “apocalypse” to analyze such works.

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Society of Biblical Lit

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193067581X

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9781930675810

Discerning Wisdom

The Sapiential Literature of the Dead Sea Scrolls

By: Matthew J. Goff

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Discerning Wisdom

The Sapiential Literature of the Dead Sea Scrolls

By: Matthew J. Goff

Before the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls, Ben Sira was the only Hebrew wisdom text from the late Second Temple period. The Qumran scrolls provide an abundance of previously unknown Hebrew sapiential material. Discerning Wisdom provides a systematic overview of all the Qumran texts that are commonly identified as wisdom compositions. This literature raises issues such as the incorporation of apocalypticism and Torah piety into the sapiential tradition. The Dead Sea Scrolls offer crucial evidence for understanding the wisdom of the late Second Temple period and the reception of traditional wisdom in Early Judaism.

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388

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BRILL

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9047418743

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9789047418740

The Worldly and Heavenly Wisdom of 4QInstruction

By: Matthew J. Goff

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The Worldly and Heavenly Wisdom of 4QInstruction

By: Matthew J. Goff

This volume is devoted to 4QInstruction, the last lengthy text of the Dead Sea Scrolls to be officially published. It is also the largest wisdom text of this corpus. The central concern of this study is how this composition should be understood in relation to the sapiential and apocalyptic traditions. Features of 4QInstruction that are examined include its appeal to revelation, its presentation of poverty, and its eschatology. The document’s relationship to both 1 Enoch and the Dead Sea sect is also discussed. This study will prove useful to anyone interested in the Dead Sea Scrolls, the reception of the Jewish wisdom tradition in the Second Temple period, and apocalypticism.

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9004350489

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9789004350489

The Rough Guide to Switzerland

By: Matthew Teller

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The Rough Guide to Switzerland

By: Matthew Teller

The Rough Guide to Switzerland is the ultimate travel companion to this clean and idyllic country with detailed coverage of all the top attractions. From the medieval streets of Bern to the stunning views of Lake Geneva and the iconic Matterhorn to the best spots to enjoy sensational alpine scenery, discover Switzerland's highlights inspired by dozens of colour photos. You'll find practical advice on getting around by train, bus, boat and car whilst relying on up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels, bars, clubs, shops, restaurants and resorts for all budgets. The Rough Guide to Switzerland includes expert guidance on a host of outdoor activities, from summer hikes to skiing and snowboarding, colour sections on 'cheese and chocolate' and 'mountain excursions', and a crucial language section with basic words, phrases and handy tips for pronunciation. Explore every corner of Switzerland with clear maps and expert backgound on everything from the country's folklore, music, alpine flora and fauna to the roots of Switzerland's neutrality. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Switzerland

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Penguin

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1848369158

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Predicting the Past in the Ancient Near East

Mantic Historiography in Ancient Mesopotamia, Judah, and the Mediterranean World

By: Matthew Neujahr

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Brown Judaic Studies

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1930675801

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Predicting the Past in the Ancient Near East

Predicting the Past in the Ancient Near East

Discerning Wisdom

Discerning Wisdom

The Worldly and Heavenly Wisdom of 4QInstruction

The Worldly and Heavenly Wisdom of 4QInstruction

The Rough Guide to Switzerland

The Rough Guide to Switzerland

Predicting the Past in the Ancient Near East

Predicting the Past in the Ancient Near East

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