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The Bible among the Myths: Unique Revelation or Just Ancient Literature?,New
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Sixty years ago, most biblical scholars maintained that Israels religion was uniquethat it stood in marked contrast to the faiths of its ancient Near Eastern neighbors. Nowadays, it is widely argued that Israels religion mirrors that of other West Semitic societies. What accounts for this radical change, and what are its implications for our understanding of the Old Testament?Dr. John N. Oswalt says the root of this new attitude lies in Western societys hostility to the idea of revelation, which presupposes a reality that transcends the world of the senses, asserting the existence of a realm humans cannot control.While not advocating a the Bible says it, and I believe it, and that settles it point of view, Oswalt asserts convincingly that while other ancient literatures all see reality in essentially the same terms, the Bible differs radically on all the main points.The Bible Among the Myths supplies a necessary corrective to those who reject the Old Testaments testimony about a transcendent God who breaks into time and space and reveals himself in and through human activity.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Bible among the Myths'? A: The main theme of 'The Bible among the Myths' is the contrast between Israel's religion and that of ancient Near Eastern societies, exploring the implications of viewing the Bible as a unique revelation rather than just ancient literature.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Bible among the Myths' is Dr. John N. Oswalt, a biblical scholar who examines the differences between the Bible and other ancient texts.
- Q: When was 'The Bible among the Myths' published? A: 'The Bible among the Myths' was published on July 22, 2009.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Bible among the Myths' contains a total of 208 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'The Bible among the Myths' is listed as brand new.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Bible among the Myths' falls under the category of Old Testament literature.
- Q: Does the book have any specific features or material? A: The book does not specify any unique features or material.
- Q: What is the focus of Dr. Oswalt's argument in the book? A: Dr. Oswalt argues that while other ancient literatures share similar views of reality, the Bible presents a radically different perspective on key theological points.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Bible among the Myths' is suitable for academic study, particularly for those interested in biblical scholarship and comparative religion.