Thomas, Matthew A,

These are the generations : identity, covenant, and the toledot formula / [print] Matthew A. Thomas. - first edition. - New York : T&T Clark International : 2010. Contiuum, (c)2010. - xvii, 148 pages ; 25 cm. - Library of Hebrew Bible/Old Testament studies ; 551 T & T Clark library of biblical studies . - Library of Hebrew Bible/Old Testament studies ; 551. T & T Clark library of biblical studies. .



Introduction -- Defining the toledot formula : syntax, semantics, and function -- Excursus: Why is there no toledot heading for Abraham? -- Variations in the syntax of the toledot formula -- Genealogies' role in shaping the narrative -- Covenants change the basis for the narrowing of focus -- Findings, conclusions, and implications.



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Bible.--Genesis--Criticism, Form.
Bible.--Genesis--Biography.
Bible. Hebrew. --Old Testament. Leningrad Codex --Criticism, interpretation, etc.


Genealogy in the Bible.
Hebrew language--Syntax.
Hebrew language--Semantics.

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