In a unique way this study probes the linguistic, sociological, religious and theological issues associated with being physically disabled in the ancient Near East. By examining the law collections, societal conventions and religious obligations towards individuals who were physically disabled Fiore
Divination in Ancient Israel and Its Near Eastern Environment: A Socio-Historical Investigation (Journal for the Study of the Old Testament Suppleme)
β Scribed by Frederick H. Cryer
- Publisher
- Sheffield Academic Press
- Year
- 1994
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 368
- Category
- Library
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