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Samson and the Liminal Hero in the Ancient Near East (Library of Hebrew Bible/Old Testament Studies)
Samson and the Liminal Hero in the Ancient Near East - Library of Hebrew Bible/Old Testament Studies
Author: Gregory Mobley
The primary problem that Mobley's book deals with is the odd character of Judges 13-16 and of its hero. Samson's special quality, noted by virtually all interpreters, is defined here as liminality. The liminal situation, which includes a movement away from society, the lack of social restraints, and the status of outsider, is a permanent conditi...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780567028426
ISBN-10: 0567028429
Publication Date: 8/21/2006
Pages: 144
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Publisher: T & T Clark International
Book Type: Hardcover
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