This book examines the portrayal of Israel as a royal-priestly nation within Exodus and against the background of biblical and ancient Near Eastern thought. Central to the work is a literary study of Exodus 19:4GCo6 and a demonstration of the pivotal role these verses and their main image have within Exodus. This elective and honorific designation of YahwehGCOs cherished people has a particular focus on the privilege of access to him in his heavenly temple. The paradigm of the royal grant of privileged status has profound implications for our understanding of the Sinai covenant.
  • ISBN10 1281803219
  • ISBN13 9781281803214
  • Publish Date 1 January 2004
  • Publish Status Active
  • Out of Print 1 April 2015
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint Continuum
  • Format eBook
  • Pages 290
  • Language English