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Oxford University Press - The Golden Calf between Bible and Qur'an

Name: Oxford University Press - The Golden Calf between Bible and Qur'an
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Explore the complex history of the Golden Calf narrative through this scholarly study from Oxford University Press. Part of the Oxford Studies in the Abrahamic Religions series, this work examines how the story of the Israelites' worship of the calf evolved across Jewish, Christian, and Muslim contexts. This book provides a deep look at the Qur'an's presentation of the episode and its connection to Jewish and Christian retellings from Late Antiquity. Readers will learn how the interpretation of this event shifted over centuries to meet changing cultural and religious needs. By analyzing the religious and ideological settings of different communities, the text explains how the story was used to support specific traditions or challenge the claims of others. Ideal for students and scholars of religion, this book tracks the development of the narrative from ancient Israel to the rise of Islam. It offers a detailed examination of scripture, polemic, and exegesis to help readers understand the historical roots and religious transformations of this significant biblical and Qur'anic episode.

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Examines the Golden Calf narrative within Jewish, Christian, and Muslim religious contexts.

Provides a detailed study of the Qur'an's presentation of the story and its historical background.

Traces the evolution of the episode from ancient Israel through Late Antiquity to the emergence of Islam.

Analyzes how different communities used the story to support their own traditions and challenge others.

Part of the respected Oxford Studies in the Abrahamic Religions series by Oxford University Press.

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Brand: Oxford University Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0198852428
Category: Books > Subjects > Religion & Spirituality > Bible > Reference
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 30 July 2020
Listed Since: 23 October 2019

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