RARE - Divination in Ancient Israel and Its Near Eastern Environment: A Socio-Historical Investigation

This hardcover study offers a masterful socio-historical analysis of divination in ancient Israel, portraying the society as a 'magic society' comparable to its Near Eastern neighbors and certain magic-using societies examined by modern anthropology. It challenges the traditional Old Testament distinction between priestly and prophetic divination, showing that such practices permeated various genres of Israelite literature and were widespread across society. This work provides an expert synthesis of social and historical perspectives, essential for scholars exploring the complexities of ancient Israelite religious and cultural life. Condition: Pre-owned, no marks or rips, slight stain on cover and the top of a couple of pages. Copyright @1994 Sheffield Academic Press ISBN: 1-85075-353-9 Average asking price: 65.00 Our staff makes every effort to capture and describe any known imperfections. Products online are offered and sold in whatever condition they presently exist, with buyers acc