Josephus' interpretation of the Books of Samuel
By: Michael Avioz
Series: The library of second temple studies -- 86; T & T Clark library of biblical studies; Library of Second Temple studies -- 86.; T & T Clark library of biblical studies
Publisher: Bloomsbury T & T Clark, an imprint of Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Published: 2015
Place of publication: London; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 254
ISBN-13: 9780567608802; 9780567458575
Subjects: Bible; Jews; Criticism, interpretation; Antiquitates Judaicae (Josephus, Flavius); General; RELIGION; Early works to 1800; History of Biblical events; In post-biblical literature; Biblical Studies; Biblical Criticism & Interpretation; History
Description: "Since the seventies, no study has examined the methodologies of Josephus' rewriting of an entire biblical book as part of his Judean Antiquities. This book attempts to fill this vacuum by exploring Josephus' adaptation of the book of Samuel, penetrating the exegetical strategies he employs to modify the biblical stories for his intended audience. Through meticulous comparison of the biblical narrative and Josephus' Antiquities, broader issues - such as Josephus' attitude towards monarchy and women - gradually come to light, challenging long-held assumptions. This definitive exploration of Josephus' rewriting of Samuel illuminates the encounter between two ancient texts and its relevance to scholarly discourse today"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 208-236) and indexes.

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Table of contents: title: Part I.; title: Preliminary matters -- -- Chapter 1:; title: Introduction -- -- Chapter 2:; title: The Books of Samuel in Josephus : an overview -- -- Part II.; title: Josephus' treatment of the Books of Samuel -- -- Chapter 3:; title: The Saul narrative in Josephus' antiquities -- -- Chapter 4:; title: The David narrative in Josephus' antiquities -- -- Part III.; title: Analysis of Josephus' techniques and overarching issues -- -- Chapter 5:; title: Josephus' treatment of double narratives in the Books of Samuel -- -- Chapter 6:; title: Conclusion.