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Studies in Hebrew Proper Names (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

George Buchanan Gray

 
9781331922605: Studies in Hebrew Proper Names (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book analyzes Hebrew proper names in the Old Testament to reveal the ideas and culture of the ancient Israelites. The author argues that these names were not merely symbols but expressed the parents' hopes and fears and reflected the religious and social conditions of their time. Through a detailed examination of the various classes of names, including those compounded with terms of kinship, animal names, and divine names, the book provides insights into the development of Israelite religion and thought. It highlights the prevalence of certain names in particular periods, indicating the changing ideas and influences that shaped Israelite society. The book concludes that the study of Hebrew proper names offers a unique window into the world of ancient Israel and the evolution of its religious and cultural beliefs.

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