House of God or House of David
Lyle Eslinger
2 Samuel 7 has always been a focal point in discussion about the Davidic covenant and its relationship to the exodus (or Sinai) covenant. This new rhetorical study of the speeches of Yahweh and David in 2 Samuel 7 examines the dynamics of the conversation between the two characters, a conversation essentially about houses and obligation. The reading proposes that talk of a Davidic dynasty is a diversionary strategy that Yahweh uses to deflect David's interest from a temple building project. It also suggests that the manner in which Yahweh presents the offer of dynasty conceals an empty offer behind the facade of a grandiose and unending lineage. The history of religions problem of a Davidic versus sinaitic covenant may be resolved by attending less to the facade and more to the undertones of Yahweh's offer..
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Année:
2009
Edition:
1
Editeur::
Independely Published
Langue:
english
Pages:
239
ISBN 10:
056757153X
ISBN 13:
9780567571533
Collection:
Journal for the Study of the Old Testament Supplement Series 164
Fichier:
PDF, 5.77 MB
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english, 2009