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Explore the complex world of ancient Jewish literature with Tendentious Hagiographies by Michael Chyutin. Part of the Library of Second Temple Studies, this scholarly work examines ten significant literary pieces written in Hebrew, Aramaic, or Greek between the 8th and the mid-2nd century BCE. This text provides deep explorations into the motives behind these historical writings. Chyutin examines how these works addressed the major challenges faced by Jewish populations living in the Land of Israel or within the various dispersions. Through this study, readers gain a new perspective on how ancient texts functioned within their social and religious contexts. From the unique view of Jonah as a parody of prophetic writing to the analysis of Ahiqar and its views on assimilation, this book offers a detailed look at the purpose of ancient fiction. It is an essential resource for students and scholars interested in the religious, national, and familial frameworks of the Second Temple period.

Key Features

Analyzes ten Jewish literary works composed in Hebrew, Aramaic, or Greek between the 8th and mid-2nd century BCE.

Examines how ancient texts addressed the specific problems of Jewish populations in the Land of Israel and the dispersions.

Provides new perspectives on the purpose and intent behind historical religious and propagandist writings.

Includes detailed explorations of diverse texts such as Jonah, Ahiqar, and Esther.

Part of the scholarly Library of Second Temple Studies published by T&T Clark.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
01 December 2010
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28 July 2010

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