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Author Bosworth, David A

Title Creation and Emotion in the Old Testament
Published Minneapolis, Minnesota : 1517 Media, 2023

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Description 1 online resource (249 p.)
Contents Cover Page -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- 1. Love and Grief -- 2. Surprise and Fear -- 3. Disgust and Anger -- 4. Pride and Shame -- 5. Joy and Awe -- Conclusion -- Notes -- Bibliography -- Subject Index -- Scripture Index
Summary Humans have emotional engagements with the natural world, such as fear of snakes and awe at the Grand Canyon. Biblical writers deploy creation to shape the emotions of the audience and motivate specific behaviors. This book analyzes how writers use language about creation to conjure emotions
Notes Description based upon print version of record
SUBJECT Bible. Old Testament -- Criticism, interpretation, etc. http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85013769
Subject Emotions -- Biblical teaching
RELIGION / Biblical Studies / Old Testament / General
Form Electronic book
ISBN 9781506491042
1506491049