The Triumph of Elohim: From Yahwisms to Judaisms

by Diana Vikander Edelman (Editor)

The Process Leading to the Emergence of Monotheistic belief systems in the ancient Near East and the time frame in which this development took place continue to be topics of scholarly debate. The present volume is dedicated to a fresh look at both issues by a group of scholars who do not espouse standard views and answers.
Exploring specific issues and developments in the religious belief systems associated with the deity Yahweh from the late monarchic through the Hellenistic period, these seven innovative essays challenge the commonly held view that monotheism was a defining feature of ancient Israel from its very beginning. Designed to help readers rethink the issues in light of recent research in biblical studies, Jewish studies, ancient Near Eastern history, the history of religions, archaeology, and numismatics, these essays put forth a set of stimulating proposals that are not dismissed.

Genres: Religion, History

262 pages, Paperback

First published December 31, 1995

About the author

Research Associate in the Department of Near and Middle East Studies, Trinity College, Dublin, interested in the history, archaeology, and literature of the ancient southern Levant.

Reviews

[Alford Wayman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent text! Should be read with Canaanite Myth and Hebrew Epic: Essays in the History of the Religion of Israel and The Hebrew Goddess.