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Reading Women's Stories

Female Characters in the Hebrew Bible
  • ISBN-13: 9780800636197
  • Publisher: AUGSBURG FORTRESS PUBLISHERS
    Imprint: AUGSBURG BOOKS
  • By John Petersen
  • Price: AUD $62.99
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  • Local release date: 12/01/2004
  • Format: Paperback (216.00mm X 140.00mm) 232 pages Weight: 0g
  • Categories: Biblical commentaries [HRCG1]
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In this literary approach to biblical stories for themodern reader, Petersen's study examines the dynamics of biblical narrative,employing workable methods for reading accounts of women's lives. Separate chapters analyze the stories of Hannah, Deborah, and Tamar (daughter-in-law of Judah), brilliant examples ofsophisticated literary artistry. By unpacking the techniques and strategies used to construct character, point of view, and plot narrative analysis, Reading Women's Stories: Female Characters in the Hebrew Bible presents protagonists who become real people struggling with real problems. These moving and inspiring women respond to the issues confronting them and their families, becoming models of commitment and images of sensitivity and courage. Beyond analyzing these narratives, he teaches readers how to get more out of every biblical story they read. Key Features: Takes the reader from beginning steps to sophisticated analysis Indexes of scripture and authors Glossary of terms
John Petersen of Professor of Old Testament at Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, Washington
Reading a Biblical Story The Struggle for Character: The Story of Hannah Women at the Crossroads: Point of View in the Song of Deborah Redeeming a Patriarch: Plotting in the Tale of Judah and Tamar Conclusion
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