Iconographic Exegesis of the Hebrew Bible / Old Testament
An Introduction to Its Method and Practice
Contributions by Joel M. LeMon Contributions by Thomas Staubli Contributions by Régine Hunziker-Rodewald Edited by Izaak Jozias de Hulster Edited by Brent A. Strawn Edited by Ryan P. Bonfiglio
Hardback (Published)
(October 2015)
ISBN: 9783525534601
6.34 x 9.33 inches
Price: $82.00
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Studying ancient visual art that is contemporary with the documents of the Old Testament gives remarkable insight, not only on the meaning and historical context of the biblical text, but also because it facilitates greater understanding of how the ancient authors and audiences saw, thought, and made sense of the world. Iconography thus merits close attention as another avenue that can lead to a more nuanced and more complete understanding of the biblical text. Each chapter of this book provides an exegesis of a particular biblical text or theme. The book is organized around the tripartite structure of the Hebrew Bible, and demonstrates that iconographical exegesis is pertinent to every nook and cranny of the Bible.
Iconographic exegesis combines the study of biblical texts (exegesis) with the study of ancient expressions of visual art (iconography). Studying ancient visual art that is contemporary with the documents of the Old Testament gives remarkable insight, not only on the meaning and historical context of the biblical text, but also because it facilitates greater understanding of how the ancient authors and audiences saw, thought, and made sense of the world. Iconography thus merits close attention as another avenue that can lead to a more nuanced and more complete understanding of the biblical text. Each chapter of this book provides an exegesis of a particular biblical text or theme. The book is organized around the tripartite structure of the Hebrew Bible, and demonstrates that iconographical exegesis is pertinent to “every nook and cranny” of the Bible. Within the three parts, there is special emphasis on Genesis, Isaiah, and the Psalms in order to make the book attractive for classes that deal with one or more of these books and might therefore include an iconographic perspective. In addition to connecting with a major issue in biblical interpretation, theology, or visual studies each chapter will end with one or two exercises directing the reader/student to comparable texts and images, enabling them to apply what was described in the chapter for themselves. This approach enables beginners as well as advanced readers to integrate iconography into their toolbox of exegetical skills.
Izaak J. de Hulster is currently a post-doc at the University of Gottingen, Germany. Brent A. Strawn is Associate Professor of Old Testament at Candler School of Theology, Emory University, Atlanta.
- Contributions by Joel M. LeMon
- Contributions by Thomas Staubli
- Contributions by Régine Hunziker-Rodewald
- Edited by Izaak Jozias de Hulster
- Edited by Brent A. Strawn
- Edited by Ryan P. Bonfiglio
"...This volume is highly recommended for all who are seeking easy access to the world of iconographic exegesis." --Michael B. Hundley, Central Washington University, Review of Biblical Literature 3.2.17
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