Some Observations on Exod 6,2-8 and the Priestly Periodization

This essay investigates the nature of P’s periodization by studying afresh Exod 6,2-8. While many overinterpret the text as if P intentionally designed the tripartite division in accordance with the notion of progressive revelation, the editorial function of Exod 6,2-8 is highlighted, together with...

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Main Author: Hong, Guk-Pyoung (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Peeters 2022
In: Biblica
Year: 2022, Volume: 103, Issue: 1, Pages: 26-40
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Summary:This essay investigates the nature of P’s periodization by studying afresh Exod 6,2-8. While many overinterpret the text as if P intentionally designed the tripartite division in accordance with the notion of progressive revelation, the editorial function of Exod 6,2-8 is highlighted, together with its limited scope and the lack of a systematic design. The simpler explanation is that the tripartite division may be the product of P’s combination of discrete traditions, in which Exod 6,2-8 played a major role.
ISSN:2385-2062
Contains:Enthalten in: Biblica
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.2143/BIB.103.1.3290611