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This book discusses the adult development of the Biblical Patriarch, Abraham, as a 'Spiritual Revolutionary' (based on Genesis 1125). It begins with the image of the 'akeda,' the binding of Isaac in which a father is ready to murder his son, and asks what significance this disturbing scene holds for us today. Focusing on the Hebrew text, and with the help of lifecycle psychology and cultural anthropology, the author argues that the 'sacrifice of the most beloved son' must be viewed not as an isolated act, but against the background of his personal and spiritual development, using the Biblical text as a life history. Abramovitch applies several approaches: theory of adult development; Robert Jay Lifton's 'death and continuity of life'; themes of revolutionary continuity; psychology of birth order; name change, identity, and disguise; ethics of survival and post traumatic stress syndrome; and the nature of biography, life history, and life story. Abramovitch relates how Abraham was able to 'solve for all what he was unable to solve for himself alone.'
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The First Father Abraham'? A: The main theme of the book is the adult development of Abraham as a 'Spiritual Revolutionary', exploring his psychological and cultural significance through the lens of Biblical texts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The First Father Abraham' is Henry Hanoch Abramovitch.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The First Father Abraham'? A: The book contains 202 pages.
- Q: When was 'The First Father Abraham' published? A: The book was published on December 22, 1993.
- Q: What is the condition of this book? A: The item condition of 'The First Father Abraham' is new.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers topics such as adult development theory, the psychology of birth order, identity, ethics of survival, and the nature of biography.
- Q: Is there any specific psychological framework used in the book? A: Yes, the book utilizes life-cycle psychology and cultural anthropology to analyze Abraham's development.
- Q: What is the significance of the 'akeda' in the book? A: The 'akeda', or binding of Isaac, is examined as a crucial moment that reflects Abraham's spiritual and personal growth.
- Q: In which category is this book listed? A: The book is categorized under Religious literature.