Stavrakopoulou will consider writing a followup book or a second edition that explores the idea that a secular covenant made during the bronze. Land of our fathers thoughtfully and creatively explores the ways in which fundamental. See all books authored by francesca stavrakopoulou, including land of our fathers. The roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claims the library of hebrew bibleold testament studies stavrakopoulou, francesca on. It is now increasingly accepted among scholars that the biblical presentation of israelite religion is often at odds with the likely.
Francesca stavrakopoulou is senior lecturer in hebrew bible at the university of exeter, uk. The covenant on the origin of the abrahamic faith, by. Francesca stavrakopoulou author of religious diversity in ancient. The roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claims stavrakopoulou, francesca new york. Biblical distortions of historical realities by francesca stavrakopoulou online at alibris. The biblical motif of a land divinelypromised and given to abraham an.
This volume of essays draws together specialists in the field to explain, illustrate and analyze religious diversity in ancient israel. Many people would agree that territorial land is a fundamental and recurring theme in the hebrew bible. The roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claims the library of hebrew bibleold testament studies by francesca stavrakopoulou 26 jul 2012 5. It includes articles on history, literature, religion and theology, text, versions, language, and the bearing on the old testament of archaeology and the study of the ancient near east. These online, free lyrics to the patriotic hymn and song land of my fathers can be printed and used to create a personalised hymn book from this virtual, free online hymnal. Jul 26, 2012 land of our fathers thoughtfully and creatively explores the ways in which fundamental connections between the ancestors and the land mapped culture in ancient israel. Her research focuses on ancient israelite religion, judahite kingship, and history and ideology in the hebrew bible.
It explores how taking an earthly perspective on the abrahamic covenant can dramatically affect our understanding of the biblical history, and how such a viewpoint might hold the key to unlocking our collective future. Francesca stavrakopoulou is the author of religious diversity in ancient israel and judah 3. Land of our fathers, francesca stavrakopoulou shop online. Tristram kenton for the guardian y ou would expect a play about six welsh miners trapped underground to offer a display of quiet heroism. The roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claimsmore. She is the author of king manasseh and child sacrifice.
In genesis, mamre is also identified with hebron itself. The roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claims the library of hebrew bibleold testament studies. The bible was written by men with daddy issues, says. This research for truth led to the writing and publishing of the book, landmarks of our fathers. The roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claims the. Tristram kenton for the guardian y ou would expect a play about six welsh miners. Our land and the land of our fathers brandeis university. The biblical motif of a land divinelypromised and given to abraham and his descendants is argued to be an ideological reflex of postmonarchic, territorial disputes between competing socioreligious groups. The covenant on the origin of the abrahamic faith, by means. Francesca stavrakopoulou is lecturer in hebrew bible, university of exeter. Land of our fathers by francesca stavrakopoulou, 9780567028815, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
Renowned bible scholar francesca stavrakopoulou on the weekly. Professor francesca stavrakopoulou theology and religion. Stavrakopoulou was brought up in no particular religion and is an atheist. The roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claims. It proposes that ancestor veneration, which formed a common ground in the experiences of various socioreligious groups in ancient israel, became in the hebrew bible an ideological battlefield upon which claims to the land. Our own reactions to her programmes, therefore, whether in private or in print, should model to her and to others who share her views how we who have a personal allegiance to the god of the bible can interact with our opponents with gentleness and respect, as peter instructs us in 1 peter 3. Explore books by francesca stavrakopoulou with our selection at.
The library of hebrew bibleold testament studies book 473. Francesca stavrakopoulou books and biography waterstones. Ancestral advocacy and dynastic dynamics in the books of kingsmore. I can vividly remember conversations with masonic greats, such as my mentors, ralph mcneal and ezekiel m. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them.
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Vetus testamentum is a leading journal covering all aspects of old testament study. Francesca stavrakopoulou, university of exeter, theology and religion. A critical analysis of the start and origin of african lodge no. Francesca stavrakopoulou books list of books by author. Francesca stavrakopoulous work is interdisciplinary and methodologically sophisticated, drawing upon cultural anthropology and other fields to study the territorialism of the. Our understanding of the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient israelites has changed considerably in recent years. Land of our fathers, francesca stavrakopoulou shop. The roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claims 208 by francesca stavrakopoulou, andrew mein editor, claudia v. Land of our fathers thoughtfully and creatively explores the ways in which fundamental connections between the ancestors and the land mapped culture in ancient israel. The title, taken from the first words of the song, means old land of my fathers in welsh, usually rendered in english as simply land of my fathers.
Land of our fathers the roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claims. Following an introductory essay guiding the reader through the book, the. Biblical distortions of historical realities, and more on. Francesca stavrakopoulou this book argues that ancestor veneration plays important, and hitherto overlooked, socioreligious and ideological roles in various and competing territorial claims as presented in the hebrew bible. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claims francesca stavrakopoulou the biblical motif of a land divinelypromised and given to abraham and his descendants is argued to be an ideological reflex of postmonarchic, territorial disputes between competing socioreligious groups. The case of aaron david gordon a thesis presented to the department of near eastern and judaic studies graduate school of arts and sciences brandeis university waltham massachusetts by yonatan dahlen the following study confronts a current wave of israeli historiography. The roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claims the library of hebrew bibleold testament. The roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claims new yorklondon. Jun 16, 2011 our own reactions to her programmes, therefore, whether in private or in print, should model to her and to others who share her views how we who have a personal allegiance to the god of the bible can interact with our opponents with gentleness and respect, as peter instructs us in 1 peter 3. The important biblical motif of a promised land is founded upon the ancient near eastern concept of ancestral land. Francesca stavrakopoulous work is interdisciplinary and methodologically sophisticated, drawing upon cultural anthropology and other fields to study the territorialism of the dead. Renowned bible scholar francesca stavrakopoulou on the. Religious diversity in ancient israel and judah by francesca.
No one interested in these issues, by no means of purely historical interest, should miss out on this book. Land of our fathers, by francesca stavrakopoulou book. The roles of ancestor veneration in biblical land claims, and king manasseh and child sacrifice. Mamre has frequently been associated with the cave of the patriarchs. Francesca stavrakopoulou was born on 3 october 1975 in bromley, greater london, citation needed to an english mother and a greek father.
Francesca stavrakopoulou author of religious diversity in. Francesca stavrakopoulous work is interdisciplinary and methodologically sophisticated, drawing upon cultural anthropology and other fields to study the territorialism of. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. The covenant is the result of an investigation that began fifteen years ago and that has led me to a remarkable journey. Click on the book cover image for a link to a source. This printable version of land of my fathers is a hymn of praise and worship which is suitable for all patriotic denominations. According to one scholar, there is considerable confusion in the biblical narrative concerning not only mamre, but also machpelah, hebron and kiryat arba, all four of which are aligned repeatedly. I think the great thing about it is that, while she is often stating outright what popular scholars will more often cover with more guarded language, she. Religious diversity in ancient israel and judah by. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. She is currently professor of hebrew bible and ancient religion at the university of exeter. Francesca stavrakopoulou shows how the concept of territoriality is subtly but nonetheless intricately and intimately tied to that of the cult of the dead. Thanks to a research grant from the ahrc arts and humanities research council.
Francesca stavrakopoulous the bibles buried secrets and i fing love it. Francesca stavrakopoulou s work is interdisciplinary and methodologically sophisticated, drawing upon cultural anthropology and other fields to study the territorialism of the. I think the great thing about it is that, while she is often stating outright what popular scholars will more often cover with more guarded language, she doesnt end up saying anything terribly controversial. Land of our fathers challenges decades of biblical scholarship, yet it still clings to the modern scholarly view that the story of abraham is a myth offering unreliable historical data. Francesca stavrakopoulou s the bibles buried secrets and i fing love it.
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