Bridging the Gap : Ritual and Ritual Texts in the Bible

Gerald A. Klingbeil

ISBN 10: 157506801X / ISBN 13: 9781575068015

Published by Pennsylvania State University Press Jun 2007, 2007

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Bridging the Gap : Ritual and Ritual Texts in the Bible
• Publisher: Pennsylvania State University Press Jun 2007
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 157506801X
• ISBN 13: 9781575068015
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 298W x 210H x 15D millimeters 298 millimeters width by 210 millimeters height by 15 millimeters depth
• Weight: 318 grams

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Synopsis

This volume is intended to introduce university and seminary students and scholars to the neglected field of ritual studies, particularly within the larger context of biblical and theological studies. At the same time, the author hopes to further the discussion by interacting with numerous scholars in the field, providing an extensive bibliography of relevant works. Klingbeil defines the basic terms used in ritual studies and explains the concepts involved in interpreting biblical ritual. He offers a broad history of the study of biblical ritual, beginning with the critiques of ritual found in the Old Testament prophetic books and surveying attitudes toward ritual down to modern times. Drawing on the fields of anthropology and sociology, as well as his decade of work in the field, Klingbeil presents a comprehensive reading strategy for biblical ritual texts. In addition, he explores connections between ritual studies and theological research. This ground-breaking study promises to generate discussion about biblical ritual and provides an excellent introduction to this growing field of study for students and scholars.