Political satire in the Bible
By: by Zeʼev Weisman.
Series: The Society of Biblical Literature Semeia studies; Semeia studies.
Publisher: Scholars Press
Published: 1998
Place of publication: Atlanta, Ga
Language: eng
Number of pages: 175
Subjects: Politics in the Bible -- Humor.; Satire in the Bible.
Description: From epigrams and name calling to sophisticated proverbs, fables and taunt-songs, Weisman provides a nuanced introduction to this multifaceted and fascinating subject. The author spends equal time looking at the historical (political) and literary (satirical) aspects of the subject, well aware that context matters and that sometimes "you have to be there" to get the joke. An excellent contribution to the emerging interest in biblical humor.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and indexes.