Biblical Text and Texture

Michael A. Fishbane

ISBN 10: 1851681515 / ISBN 13: 9781851681518

Published by Oneworld Publications, GB, 1998

About this Item

The bible remains one of the major literary achievements of human history, comprising over 60 documents, with as many contributors, and composed over many centuries. In this book, Michael Fishbane approaches the Hebrew Bible from a literary point of view. He demonstrates how, just as orators use particular techniques such as repetition and pause to convey their message in the way they require, the Hebrew Bible authors used a range of literary devices to communicate a religious message applicable to particular historical moments, each with their own political, moral and theological contexts.

Seller Inventory # LU-9781851681518

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Biblical Text and Texture
• Publisher: Oneworld Publications, GB
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1851681515
• ISBN 13: 9781851681518
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 226 grams

About this title

Synopsis

An exploration of key texts representing the use of three particular literary elements in the Hebrew Bible: narrative text; sermons; prayers and speeches.

About the Author

Michael Fishbane is Nathan Cummings Professor of Jewish Studies at the University of Chicago, and Chair of the Committee on Jewish Studies. He has authored and edited more than fifteen books.