The Templeless Age: An Introduction to the History, Literature, and Theology of the "Exile"Presbyterian Publishing Corporation, 4 de set. 2007 - 174 pàgines It was in the sixth century BCE that the state of Judah fell and along with it the temple of Yahweh, the place of divine presence offering divine protection. This introductory textbook throws fresh light on this crucial period in the history and theological development of ancient Israel and Judah. Taking into account new archaeological evidence regarding the exile, The Templeless Age offers an up-to-date and compelling overview of the formative events of the sixth century BCE. |
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