The value of human life : a study of the story of the flood (Genesis 6-9) /

The value of human life : a study of the story of the flood (Genesis 6-9) /

This book examines the way in which the story of the flood in Genesis 6-9 presents the ethical question of the value of human life. The sources J and P are examined to see how their combination in the canonical text enhances interpretation. Several themes of the story are studied including the cause...

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Main Author: Harland, P. J.

Format: eBook

Language: English

Published: Leiden ; New York : Brill, 1996.

Series: Supplements to Vetus Testamentum, v. 64
Vetus Testamentum, Supplements 64.
Vetus Testamentum Supplements Online, ISBN: 9789004264991.

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Bible. > O.T. > Genesis VI-IX > Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Deluge.

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Call Number: BS410.V452 vol. 64 BS658

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Summary:This book examines the way in which the story of the flood in Genesis 6-9 presents the ethical question of the value of human life. The sources J and P are examined to see how their combination in the canonical text enhances interpretation. Several themes of the story are studied including the causes of the flood, the righteousness of Noah, God's repentance, creation and uncreation, the covenant and the image of God. The work concludes by arguing that the value of human life is found in man's relation to God (Gen. 9:6).
Physical Description:1 online resource.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (p. [215]-228) and indexes.
ISBN:9789004275881
ISSN:0083-5889 ;
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