The problem of evil and its symbols in Jewish and Christian traditions /
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Imprint: | London : T& T Clark International, c2004. |
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Description: | [xi], 220 p. ; 24 cm. |
Language: | English |
Series: | Journal for the study of the Old Testament supplement series ; v. 366. |
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Format: | Book |
URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/5638206 |
Summary: | The existence of evil in the world represents one of the most complex problems for those who believe in God. Here, a range of Jewish and Christian contributors examine the issue of evil in the Bible and its impact on Judaism and Christianity from a variety of perspectives. For example, how has Jewish mysticism explained evil, and what were Luther's thoughts on the topic? The dialogue between specialists from different fields allows a broad overview of this problematic issue. |
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Item Description: | Errata slip inserted. |
Physical Description: | [xi], 220 p. ; 24 cm. |
Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (p. [193]-208) and index. |
ISBN: | 0826462227 |