Bronner Leah (71 results)

Paperback. Condition: Fair. This is the first book-length attempt to focus on female biblical figures in the ancient rabbinic writings of midrash and Talmud. Primary rabbinic sources employed by the author bring new life and insight into the stories of Eve, Deborah, Hannah, Serah bat Asher, and others. As women and men today attempt to reevaluate past historical models, it serves us well to understand the values and inner workings of rabbinic thinking. The examination of what the sources actually say, and not what others would like them to have said, enable reinterpretation of women's role to proceed on an honest and authentic basis. Biblical women, reclaimed with contemporary midrash, can become paradigms for our modern lives.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Condition: Fair. This is the first book-length attempt to focus on female biblical figures in the ancient rabbinic writings of midrash and Talmud. Primary rabbinic sources employed by the author bring new life and insight into the stories of Eve, Deborah, Hannah, Serah bat Asher, and others. As women and men today attempt to reevaluate past historical models, it serves us well to understand the values and inner workings of rabbinic thinking. The examination of what the sources actually say, and not what others would like them to have said, enable reinterpretation of women's role to proceed on an honest and authentic basis. Biblical women, reclaimed with contemporary midrash, can become paradigms for our modern lives.…

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Softbound. Condition: Very Good. Small octavo, glossy paper covers, xxiv, 214 pp., bibliography, indicis.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Underlining & highlighting to text; binding tight; minor wear to covers. 214 pages. Size: 5 1/2" x 8 1/2".

Paperback. Condition: Very Good-. GBT; Book contains markings and notes from previous owner. Otherwise in great condition. ; - We offer free returns for any reason and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your order will be packaged with care and ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st Edition. A detailed study of the emergence of the divergent sects in the Jewish community during the Second Jewish Commonwealth period. Gray cloth, 174 pages. The book has a previous owner bookplate on the front endpaper. The dust jacket has general wear, chipping at the edges and an ink mark on the front cover.…

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Cloth. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. This work provides background studies on ten outstanding Biblical personalities who have left their imprint on the saga of Israel. The book contains illustrations, maps, chapter notes, a bibliography, and an index. Light shelfwear to the jacket; otherwise, this HARDCOVER copy is clean and solid. Appears to have had little use.…

Condition: New.

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hardcover. Condition: Good. ***Please Read*** ex-library markings - No marks on text - My shelf location - 8-c-10*.

Paperback. Condition: New. This is the first book-length attempt to examine the attitude of the ancient rabbis towards some of the most significant feminine figures in the Old Testament. It traces the biblical stories, examines their objectives and methods, and discusses how these original intentions were altered--sometimes beyond recognition--when the women discussed in them were subjected to the unique exegetical technique of midrash.The Gender and the Biblical Tradition series brings to a wide audience important new discoveries concerning women and the Bible, ancient Israel, and early Christianity. The books explore the role of sexuality within the biblical tradition and document the continuing influence of biblical treatments of gender on subsequent life and thought.…

Very good minus, light edgewear. trade paper.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 8vo in grey cloth, lacking the dustjacket. Near Fine.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Published by Keter Publishing House, 1974. Octavo. Hardcover. Book is very good with bookplate on flyleaf. Dust jacket is very good with shelf/edgewear, small tears and repairs.100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Sag Harbor, New York.…

Hardbound. Condition: Very Good. Octavo in dust jacket, x, 227, 30 pp. With a short section in Hebrew at the rear.

Hardbound. Condition: Good. Octavo in dust jacket with surface wear, viii, 215 pp., b/w photos, bibliography,index.

Paperback. Condition: New. This is the first book-length attempt to examine the attitude of the ancient rabbis towards some of the most significant feminine figures in the Old Testament. It traces the biblical stories, examines their objectives and methods, and discusses how these original intentions were altered--sometimes beyond recognition--when the women discussed in them were subjected to the unique exegetical technique of midrash.The Gender and the Biblical Tradition series brings to a wide audience important new discoveries concerning women and the Bible, ancient Israel, and early Christianity. The books explore the role of sexuality within the biblical tradition and document the continuing influence of biblical treatments of gender on subsequent life and thought.…

Hardbound. Condition: Very Good. Octavo in mildly edgeworn dust jacket, 174 pp., general bibliography, bibliography.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 206 pages. 9.10x6.30x0.80 inches. In Stock.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Soft cover. Condition: As New. 1st Edition. B00K: As New/, $75.67 0664255426 FROM EVE TO ESTHER: RABBINIC RECONSTRUCTIONS OF BIBLICAL WOMEN; Signed * BRONNER, LEILA LEAH JOHN KNOX PRESS 1994 1st Edition, 1st Printing Sun Fading On A Bronze Colored Spine With Title In Black Letters, Soft Cover B0K: As New/, Slight Shelf, Edge Ware And Corner Ware, 214 Numbered Pages, That Were Lightly Read Or Not Read At All And Are Clean And Tight To The Spine. Gift Inscription In The Front Of The BooK, "To Ron S…….", etc. Singed By The Author In Purple Ink, Using The Name "Leila". The first book-length attempt to map the attitude of the ancient rabbis to some of the most significant feminine figures in the Old Testament, From Esther to Eve traces the biblical stories, their objectives and methods, and then discusses how these original intentions were altered--sometimes beyond recognition--when the women discussed in them were subjected to the unique exegetical technique of midrash". = Description Applies To This B00K, Only. = This Author Signed Book Has A Special Significance, Is Hard To Find, Will Be Packaged And Shipped = Carefully, To Avoid Shipping Damage And Will Make It, An Excellent Addition To Your Own Personal Library Collection, Or As A Gift, For The Discriminating Reader / Collector. = WORLD WIDE SHIPPING, AVAILABLE. =*=* California State Law Now Requires The Following Notice Be Given: *=*=* Seller Did Not See And Was Not Present When This Item Was Signed. No Certificate Of Authenticity Is Included In This Sale/Purchase Price. If You Would Like A Certificate Of Authenticity, You Can Obtain One At Your Own Convenience And Expense, Which Is Not Included In The Purchase Price Of This Item. =*=*. B00K: As New/, 1994 (illustrator). Signed by Author(s). …

Ex-library. Octavo softcover (VG); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book may reduce your overall postage costs.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. Name of the previous owner on the front free end page, as well as an inscription written in pencil. The dust jacket is a little shelf rubbed, closed tears and minor chipped pieces. The boards are in good condition. There is foxing around the block of the book and on the end pages, as well as old tape residue marks. Internally the pages are neat, clean and complete. Presented in cellophane. The binding is secure. GK. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Very Good HC in Good DJ. Gray cloth over boards, gilt letters. Bright, clean covers and spine; tightly bound; small worm hole damage at front hinge and rear hinge; crisp, clean interior. DJ is scuffed/lightly soiled; small chips at spine head; 1 inch closed tear at front cover/spine head joint; 3/4 inch closed tear on back cover at top edge. 8vo, 174 pp; biblio.…