- 226 pages
- English
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About this book
Exploring the subtle political philosophy within the Biblical narrative, this book presents enduring insights that complement Ancient Greek philosophy for contemporary political distinctions – uncovering overlooked socio-political ideologies to provide a unique perspective alongside the classical philosophical tradition.
By adopting a sociological approach, Ronen Shovel interprets the Bible as a reflection of perspectives and ideologies, emphasizing the intricate dynamics between rulers and subjects, balancing justice, and power within societies. A key focus is the examination of holiness as a distinct political category, influencing institutions, ethics, justice, and even the use of force. This perspective challenges traditional religious scholarship, merging sociology with the concept of holiness.
Holiness and Society enriches political philosophy, religious studies, and sociology, broadening their boundaries and offering fresh perspectives, serving as a bridge between antiquity and modernity, providing valuable insights into contemporary political thought.
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Table of contents
- Cover Page
- Half Title page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Dedication
- Table of Contents
- Charts
- Acknowledgments
- Foreword: On Sanctity, Politics, and Biblical Scholarship
- 1 Theoretical Introduction
- 2 And You Shall Keep My Covenant: The Covenant as Breeding Ground for the Jewish Political Idea
- 3 A Kingdom of Priests and a Holy Nation: The Jewish Political Idea
- 4 The Exodus as Political Model of Sanctification
- 5 The Tent of Meeting, Tabernacle, and the Transition from Impurity to Purity and Holiness
- 6 Institutions of Collective Holiness
- 7 Ceremonies of Collective Holiness
- 8 The Hebrew Constitution
- 9 Metaethics and the Idea of Collective Holiness
- Epilogue: The Biblical Vision of Collective Holiness
- Bibliography
- Index