Theory and practice in Essene law
Presenting a novel approach for the study of law in the Dead Sea Scrolls, this book is conveniently divided into concepts and practices, highlighting the discrepancies between the two. It is a valuable study for anyone interested in Jewish law, legal history, sectarianism and communal life.
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| Format: | Electronic Book |
| Language: | English |
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Oxford
Oxford University Press USA - OSO
2016
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| In: | Year: 2016 |
| Reviews: | [Rezension von: Amihay, Aryeh, 1977-, Theory and practice in Essene law] (2020) (Mermelstein, Ari, 1971 -)
[Rezension von: Amihay, Aryeh, 1977-, Theory and practice in Essene law] (2018) (Fraade, Steven D., 1949 -) |
| Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains: | B
Essenes
/ Jewish law
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| Further subjects: | B
Essenes
B Electronic books |
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Volltext (lizenzpflichtig) |
| Parallel Edition: | Non-electronic
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| Summary: | Presenting a novel approach for the study of law in the Dead Sea Scrolls, this book is conveniently divided into concepts and practices, highlighting the discrepancies between the two. It is a valuable study for anyone interested in Jewish law, legal history, sectarianism and communal life. Cover -- Theory and Practice in Essene Law -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- List of Acronyms -- Introduction -- Part I: Concepts On the Extraction of Notions -- 1. Legal Essentialism -- 2. Hierarchy and Exclusivity -- 3. Time and Space -- 4. Obligation and Authority -- 5. Intent and Responsibility -- 6. Retribution and Control -- Part II: Practices Shifting from Theory to Practice -- 7. Association and Admission -- 8. Covenant and Initiation -- 9. Officers and Leaders -- 10. Reproof and Mediation -- 11. Punishment and Exclusion -- Conclusion -- Bibliography -- Index of Ancient and Pre-Modern Texts -- Index of Modern Authors -- Subject Index. |
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| Item Description: | Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources |
| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (257 pages) |
| ISBN: | 0190631023 |