click to view more

King Manasseh and Child Sacrifice: Biblical Distortions of Historical Realities (Reprint 2012)

by Stavrakopoulou, Francesca

$237.71

List Price: $238.00
Save: $0.29 (0%)
add to favourite
  • In Stock - Ship in 24 hours with Free Online tracking.
  • FREE DELIVERY by Wednesday, July 23, 2025
  • 24/24 Online
  • Yes High Speed
  • Yes Protection

Description

The Hebrew Bible portrays King Manasseh and child sacrifice as the most reprehensible person and the most objectionable practice within the story of 'Israel'. This monograph suggests that historically, neither were as deviant as the Hebrew Bible appears to insist. Through careful historical reconstruction, it is argued that Manasseh was one of Judah's most successful monarchs, and child sacrifice played a central role in ancient Judahite religious practice. The biblical writers, motivated by ideological concerns, have thus deliberately distorted the truth about Manasseh and child sacrifice.

Last updated on

Product Details

  • De Gruyter Brand
  • Aug 25, 2004 Pub Date:
  • 3110179946 ISBN-10:
  • 9783110179941 ISBN-13:
  • 420.0 pages Hardcover
  • English Language
  • 9 in * 0.75 in * 5.25 in Dimensions:
  • 2 lb Weight: