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Fred G. Zaspel
An excellent, relatively brief resource for understanding Israelite monotheism against the broader backdrop of the surrounding Ancient Near Eastern nations. Very well-informed and highly instructive. Valuable for understanding Old Testament Israel in context.
Table of Contents
Introduction
- The Origins of Deity-Nation Relations
- The Expression of the Deity-Nation Relationship
- National Territory: A Divine Estate
- National Territory: A Divine Grant
- The End of Deity-Nation Relations
Conclusion
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THE GODS OF THE NATIONS: A STUDY IN ANCIENT NEAR EASTERN NATIONAL THEOLOGY, by Daniel Block