Die Gottesvorstellungen in der Antik-jüdischen Apokalyptik = The ideas of God in ancient Jewish apocalyptic [literature]

Beyerle, Stefan. Die Gottesvorstellungen in der Antik-jüdischen Apokalyptik = The ideas of God in ancient Jewish apocalyptic [literature]

. Leiden: Brill, 2005. First edition. Octavo. xii, 547, (1)pp. Indices and 87 page bibliography. Text in German with some footnotes in Greek and Hebrew. Blue cloth, gilt. An ex-library copy with minimal rubber stamping on title & at bottom of text block, otherwise fine.

This monograph studies the theological motivations behind certain Jewish apocalypses by focusing on the mighty acts of God recounted in these writings. In particular, the work examines the various depictions of God’s acts and attributes as a means for learning about the individuals and groups responsible for the transmission of these apocalypses. Three prominent motifs, among others, receive attention here: theophanies (e.g., I Enoch 1:3–9; 25:3; 77:1; Daniel 4:10, 20; 7:9–10, 13–14), portrayals of the resurrection (e.g., I Enoch 102 – 104; Daniel 12:1–3), and interpretations of the (Babylonian) Exile in connection with the “new creation” (e.g., Qumran, Jubilees, Pseudo-Philo). Apocalypticism provides a framework for various theologies. Generally speaking, God is shown as the most prominent figure in these dramas of eschatological events. The authors of these writings typically held that their only deliverance could arise from the imminent arrival of an otherworldly eon ushered in by the power of God. (Publisher)

Volume 103 of the Brill series, “Supplements to the Journal for the Study of Judaism.” (J.S.J.S.) Near fine. Hardcover. (53213) $95