The Interpreting Angel Motif in Prophetic and Apocalyptic Literature

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Judaism, History, Bible & Bible Studies, Study, Old Testament
Cover of the book The Interpreting Angel Motif in Prophetic and Apocalyptic Literature by David P. Melvin, Fortress Press
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: David P. Melvin ISBN: 9781451469660
Publisher: Fortress Press Publication: August 1, 2013
Imprint: Fortress Press Language: English
Author: David P. Melvin
ISBN: 9781451469660
Publisher: Fortress Press
Publication: August 1, 2013
Imprint: Fortress Press
Language: English

Melvin traces the emergence and development of the motif of angelic interpretation of visions from late prophetic literature (Ezekiel 40–48; Zechariah 1–6) into early apocalyptic literature (1 Enoch 17–36; 72–82; Daniel 7–8). Examining how the historical and socio-political context of exilic and post-exilic Judaism and the broader religious and cultural environment shaped Jewish angelology in general, Melvin concludes that the motif of the interpreting angel served a particular function. Building upon the work of Susan Niditch, Melvin concludes that the interpreting angel motif served a polemical function in repudiating divination as a means of predicting the future, while at the same time elevating the authority of the visionary revelation. The literary effect is to reimagine God as an imperial monarch who rules and communicates through intermediaries—a reimagination that profoundly influenced subsequent Jewish and Christian tradition.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Melvin traces the emergence and development of the motif of angelic interpretation of visions from late prophetic literature (Ezekiel 40–48; Zechariah 1–6) into early apocalyptic literature (1 Enoch 17–36; 72–82; Daniel 7–8). Examining how the historical and socio-political context of exilic and post-exilic Judaism and the broader religious and cultural environment shaped Jewish angelology in general, Melvin concludes that the motif of the interpreting angel served a particular function. Building upon the work of Susan Niditch, Melvin concludes that the interpreting angel motif served a polemical function in repudiating divination as a means of predicting the future, while at the same time elevating the authority of the visionary revelation. The literary effect is to reimagine God as an imperial monarch who rules and communicates through intermediaries—a reimagination that profoundly influenced subsequent Jewish and Christian tradition.

More books from Fortress Press

Cover of the book Soundings in the Religion of Jesus by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book Reviving Old Scratch by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book Studying Paul's Letters by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book John by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book Understanding and Using the Bible by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book Surviving the Bible by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book The Authors of the Deuteronomistic History by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book Sexuality and Holy Longing by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book Quivering Families by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book From Despair to Faith by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book Introduction to the Hebrew Bible by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book Citizenship in Heaven and on Earth by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book A Commentary on Acts by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book Luke the Composer by David P. Melvin
Cover of the book Mark as Story by David P. Melvin
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy