Introduction to the Old Testament: A Liberation Perspective

Anthony R Ceresko O.S.F.S.

ISBN 10: 1570753482 / ISBN 13: 9781570753480

Published by Orbis Books, 2001

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Revised and Updated edition." Applying Norman Gottwald's Thesis on Israel's origins, Ceresko argues that Israel was formed through a process of social revolution, inspired by the memory of runaway slaves and their worship of a God whose cult mandated radical social equality and justice. The subsequent history is viewed in terms of the people's faithfulness to this covenant expressed not only in worship but in the practice of justice and mercy".

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introduction to the Old Testament: A Liberation Perspective
• Publisher: Orbis Books
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1570753482
• ISBN 13: 9781570753480
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Religion

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Synopsis

Applying Norman Gottwald's thesis on Israel's origins, Cereski argues that Israel was formed through a process of social revolution, inspired by the memory of runaway slaves and their worship of a God whose cult mandated radical social equality and justice.

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A revised and updated edition which brings a fresh new look to an academic classic. Introduction to the Old Testament has become a favorite for those using a liberative approach to biblical studies. While covering standard issues such as literary formation of the texts and their religious themes, Ceresko goes behind the texts to uncover the social background and the vital history of competing interests reflected in the scriptures.