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Ancient near eastern themes in biblical theology / Jeffrey J. Niehaus. [print]

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: Grand Rapids, Michigan : Kregel Publications, (c)2008.Description: 203 pages ; 23 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9780825433603
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • BS535.N666.A535 2008
  • BS535
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Contents:
Approaching biblical parallels in the ancient Near East -- God and the royal shepherd -- Covenant and conquest -- City, temple, image -- City and temple : abandoned and restored -- The covenantal household : destruction and salvation -- The restoration of all things -- Conclusion: A symphony of parallels.
Subject: Tracing parallels between biblical accounts and pagan cultures of the ancient Near East, Niehaus explores creation and flood narratives; literary and legal forms; and the acts of deities and the God of the Bible. He reveals not just cultural similarities but spiritual dimensions of common thought and practice, providing an overarching view of the story of the Bible. - Publisher.
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Approaching biblical parallels in the ancient Near East -- God and the royal shepherd -- Covenant and conquest -- City, temple, image -- City and temple : abandoned and restored -- The covenantal household : destruction and salvation -- The restoration of all things -- Conclusion: A symphony of parallels.

Tracing parallels between biblical accounts and pagan cultures of the ancient Near East, Niehaus explores creation and flood narratives; literary and legal forms; and the acts of deities and the God of the Bible. He reveals not just cultural similarities but spiritual dimensions of common thought and practice, providing an overarching view of the story of the Bible. - Publisher.

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