By bringing the key people in the history of biblical studies to life in a series of short stories, this book provides an alternative introduction to and engagement with Hebrew Bible studies. It seeks to explain, contextualise and critique key moments in the history of these studies.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Preface 1. Caught in the Prolegomena: Julius Wellhausen and Source Criticism 2. In the Beginning: Hermann Gunkel and Form Criticism 3. In the Underground: Martin Noth and Redaction Criticism 4. The Longest Revolution: Phyllis Trible and Feminist Criticism 5. A Spectre is Haunting Biblical Studies: Norman Gottwald and the Social Sciences 6. On the Beach: The Bible and Culture Collective and the Postmodern Bible