Abraham in Jewish and Early Christian Literature

Adams, S. A. and Domoney-Lyttle, Z. (Eds.) (2019) Abraham in Jewish and Early Christian Literature. Series: Library of Second Temple studies. T&T Clark: London. ISBN 9780567675521

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Abstract

Jewish and early Christian authors discussed Abraham in humerus and diverse ways, adapting his Old Testament narratives and using Abrahamic imagery in their works. However, while some areas of study in Abrahamic texts have received much scholarly attention, other areas remain nearly untouched. Beginning with a perspective on how Abraham was used within Jewish literature, this collection of essays follow the impact of Abraham across biblical texts - including Pseudigraphic and Apocryphal texts - into early Greek, Latin and Gnostic literature. These essays build upon existing Abraham scholarship, by discussing Abraham in less explored areas such as Rewritten Scripture, Philo of Alexandria, Josephus, the Apostolic Fathers and contemporary Greek and Latin authors. Through the presentation of a more thorough outline of the impact of the figure and stories of Abraham, the contributors to this volume create a concise and complete idea of how his narrative was employed throughout the centuries, and how ancient authors adopted and adapted received traditions.

Item Type:Edited Books
Status:Published
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Domoney-Lyttle, Dr Zanne and Adams, Professor Sean
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College/School:College of Arts & Humanities > School of Critical Studies > Theology and Religious Studies
Publisher:T&T Clark
ISBN:9780567675521

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