Routledge Children in the Bible and the Ancient World Book

Explore the evolving field of childhood studies through this academic work from Routledge. Children in the Bible and the Ancient World uses comparative and historical methods to examine how children functioned within biblical texts and the broader ancient world. This volume addresses a historically under-represented topic by applying modern scholarship to ancient contexts. By bringing together an international group of experts, this book provides a deep look into the history of the Ancient Near East. It serves as an essential resource for understanding the specific roles and social positions of children through a scholarly lens, bridging the gap between biblical studies and wider historical research.