Ezekiel’s Vision Accounts as Interrelated Narratives
Ezekiel’s Vision Accounts as Interrelated Narratives

Author: Janina Maria Hiebel

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2015-06-16

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13: 3110406659

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Ezekiel is one of the best-structured books in the Old Testament. It is commonly recognized that the strongly interrelated vision accounts (Ez 1:1–3:15; 8–11; 37:1–14; 40–48) contribute greatly to this impression of unity. However, there is a marked lacuna in publications focusing on the vision accounts in Ezekiel as an interconnected text corpus. The present study combines redaction-critical analysis with literary methods that are typically used in a synchronic approach. Drawing on the paradigm of Fortschreibung, it is the first to present a united redaction history that takes into account the growing interconnections and dependencies between the vision accounts. Building on these results, the second part follows the development of selected themes, such as the relationships between characters, the roles of intermediate figures and anthropological and theological implications, throughout the stages of redaction. The study thus represents an important step towards an understanding of the complex redaction history of the book of Ezekiel, and indeed of its theology. The combination of diachronic and synchronic methods makes it relevant for scholars of both directions and is itself a methodological statement.

Ezekiel’s Vision Accounts as Interrelated Narratives
Ezekiel’s Vision Accounts as Interrelated Narratives

Author: Janina Maria Hiebel

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2015-06-16

Total Pages: 415

ISBN-13: 3110406829

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Ezekiel is one of the best-structured books in the Old Testament. It is commonly recognized that the strongly interrelated vision accounts (Ez 1:1–3:15; 8–11; 37:1–14; 40–48) contribute greatly to this impression of unity. However, there is a marked lacuna in publications focusing on the vision accounts in Ezekiel as an interconnected text corpus. The present study combines redaction-critical analysis with literary methods that are typically used in a synchronic approach. Drawing on the paradigm of Fortschreibung, it is the first to present a united redaction history that takes into account the growing interconnections and dependencies between the vision accounts. Building on these results, the second part follows the development of selected themes, such as the relationships between characters, the roles of intermediate figures and anthropological and theological implications, throughout the stages of redaction. The study thus represents an important step towards an understanding of the complex redaction history of the book of Ezekiel, and indeed of its theology. The combination of diachronic and synchronic methods makes it relevant for scholars of both directions and is itself a methodological statement.

Ezekiel's Vision Accounts As Interrelated Narratives
Ezekiel's Vision Accounts As Interrelated Narratives

Author: Janina Maria Hiebel

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter

Published: 2015-04

Total Pages: 464

ISBN-13: 9783110406665

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This study on the vision accounts in the book of Ezekielcombines redaction criticism with questions ofrhetorical and narrative criticism. It offers a united redaction history that reflects the growing interrelationship of the vision accounts over time. A second, more theological part follows the development of selected themes in the visions discourse and theology throughout the stages of redaction."

Ezekiel's Message of Hope and Restoration
Ezekiel's Message of Hope and Restoration

Author: Hei Yin Yip

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2021-04-19

Total Pages: 332

ISBN-13: 3110711672

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The first twenty-four chapters of the book of Ezekiel are characterised by vehement declarations of judgement. This observation leaves the impression that Ezekiel 1–7 is devoid of references to hope and restoration. However, there is a redactional stratum in this section that supplemented the texts with material that conveys restoration and hope for the future. In Ezekiel 1–7, many of these additions focus on priestly topics. The motif of restoration in the redactional material of Ezekiel 3–5 is expressed by the reinstatement of Ezekiel in his priestly role. This editorial emphasis on Ezekiel as priest in the redactional material suggests that the redaction was influenced by Zechariah 3, a text that depicts the reinstitution of the exiled Zadokite priesthood. Moreover, the redactional material of Ezekiel 6-7 drew inspiration from the Law of the Temple in Ezekiel 43-46, as the redactors sought to enhance Ezekiel’s priestly role. The study provides new insights into how redactors, who may have been associated with the Zadokite priesthood, inserted the message of hope and restoration into the literary unit Ezekiel 1-7 during the post-exilic period.

Ezekiel's Visionary Temple in Babylonian Context
Ezekiel's Visionary Temple in Babylonian Context

Author: Tova Ganzel

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2021-09-07

Total Pages: 191

ISBN-13: 3110740842

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In der Reihe Beihefte zur Zeitschrift für die alttestamentliche Wissenschaft (BZAW) erscheinen Arbeiten zu sämtlichen Gebieten der alttestamentlichen Wissenschaft. Im Zentrum steht die Hebräische Bibel, ihr Vor- und Nachleben im antiken Judentum sowie ihre vielfache Verzweigung in die benachbarten Kulturen der altorientalischen und hellenistisch-römischen Welt. Die BZAW akzeptiert Manuskriptvorschläge, die einen innovativen und signifikanten Beitrag zu Erforschung des Alten Testaments und seiner Umwelt leisten, sich intensiv mit der bestehenden Forschungsliteratur auseinandersetzen, stringent aufgebaut und flüssig geschrieben sind.

Theology of the Hebrew Bible, Volume 2
Theology of the Hebrew Bible, Volume 2

Author: Soo Kim Sweeney

Publisher: SBL Press

Published: 2024-10-18

Total Pages: 487

ISBN-13: 1628375973

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This follow-up to Theology of the Hebrew Bible, Volume 1: Methodological Studies, focuses on readers’ engagement with the text and their communities. Part 1 offers fresh interpretations of divine images and theological concepts drawn from various theophanies in the text. Part 2 focuses on how these insights can form new overarching structures, serving as reading strategies or foundations for alternative theologies. Part 3 emphasizes the bond between readers and their communities, highlighting the active participation of both ancient and modern readers through an analysis of past literature. Contributors, each an expert in their field, include Rachel Adelman, Samuel E. Balentine, Shelly L. Birdsong, Ginny Brewer-Boydston, Johanna Etzberger, Frances Flannery, David Frankel, Barry R. Huff, Hyun Chul Paul Kim, Barbara Leung Lai, J. Richard Middleton, Hye Kyung Park, Kris Sonek, Brent A. Strawn, David E. S. Stein, Marvin A. Sweeney, Soo Kim Sweeney, Joseph Sykora, Daniel C. Timmer, and Beat Weber. This collection of essays guides readers, including those well-versed in theology, to explore innovative and unexpected depictions of divine beings and how human characters respond to them.

The Oxford Handbook of Ezekiel
The Oxford Handbook of Ezekiel

Author: Corrine Carvalho

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2023-08-30

Total Pages: 561

ISBN-13: 0190634510

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The current state of scholarship on the book of Ezekiel, one of the three Major Prophets, is robust. Ezekiel, unlike most pre-exilic prophetic collections, contains overt clues that its primary circulation was as a literary text and not a collection of oral speeches. The author was highly educated, the theology of the book is "dim," and its view of humanity is overwhelmingly negative. In The Oxford Handbook of Ezekiel, editor Corrine Carvalho brings together scholars from a diverse range of interpretive perspectives to explore one of the Bible's most debated books. Consisting of twenty-seven essays, the Handbook provides introductions to the major trends in the scholarship of Ezekiel, covering its history, current state, and emerging directions. After an introductory overview of these trends, each essay discusses an important element in the scholarly engagement with the book. Several essays discuss the history of the text (its historical context, redactional layers, text criticism, and use of other Israelite and near eastern traditions). Others focus on key themes in the book (such as temple, priesthood, law, and politics), while still others look at the book's reception history and contextual interpretations (including art, Christian use, gender approaches, postcolonial approaches, and trauma theory). Taken together, these essays demonstrate the vibrancy of Ezekiel research in the twenty-first century.

Ezekiel 38-48
Ezekiel 38-48

Author: Stephen L. Cook

Publisher: Yale University Press

Published: 2018-01-01

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 0300218818

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A fresh interpretation of the final major sections of the Hebrew book of Ezekiel, chapters 38-48 Stephen L. Cook offers an accessible translation and interpretation of the final sections of Ezekiel. These chapters, the most challenging texts of scripture, describe the end-time assault of Gog of Magog on Israel and provide an incredible visionary tour of God's utopian temple. Following the approach of Moshe Greenberg, the author of the preceding Anchor Yale Bible commentaries on Ezekiel, this volume grounds interpretation of the book in an intimate acquaintance with Ezekiel's source materials, its particular patterns of composition and rhetoric, and the general learned, priestly workings of the Ezekiel school. The commentary honors Greenberg's legacy by including insights from traditional Jewish commentators, such as Rashi, Kimhi, and Eliezer of Beaugency. In contrast to preceding commentaries, the book devotes special attention to the Zadokite idea of an indwelling, anthropomorphic "body" of God, and the enlivening effect on people and land of that indwelling.

The Four-Faced Visitors of Ezekiel
The Four-Faced Visitors of Ezekiel

Author: Arthur W. Orton

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-10-04

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13:

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In 'The Four-Faced Visitors of Ezekiel' by Arthur W. Orton, the author delves into the mysterious and puzzling account of Ezekiel's vision in the Bible, exploring the enigmatic figures described in the text. Orton presents a scholarly analysis of the imagery, utilizing a mix of historical, religious, and symbolic interpretations to unravel the deep meaning behind the four-faced visitors. The book is written in a captivating and thought-provoking literary style, engaging the reader in a compelling exploration of ancient texts and their relevance in modern times. Orton's attention to detail and meticulous research is evident throughout the book, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of biblical studies. Arthur W. Orton, a renowned theologian and biblical scholar, brings years of expertise and knowledge to 'The Four-Faced Visitors of Ezekiel'. His passion for unraveling the mysteries of ancient texts and interpreting symbolism shines through his writing, providing readers with a unique perspective on the biblical account. Orton's dedication to his research and his commitment to presenting complex ideas in an accessible manner make this book a must-read for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of biblical narratives. I highly recommend 'The Four-Faced Visitors of Ezekiel' to readers who are intrigued by biblical mysteries and symbolism. Orton's insightful analysis and engaging writing style make this book a valuable addition to any theologian's library, offering a fresh perspective on a timeless story.