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To see and not perceive : Isaiah 6.9-10 in early Jewish and Christian interpretation /

In his famous vision of the enthroned and exalted Lord, Isaiah is told to harden the hearts of his people, 'lest they repent' (Isa. 6.9-10). According to Mark's Gospel, which cites this text, Jesus speaks in parables for the same reason. Interpreters of all generations have, not unnat...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Evans, Craig A. (Craig Alan), 1952-
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Sheffield, England : Sheffield Academic, 1989.
Colección:Journal for the study of the Old Testament. Supplement series ; 64.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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Sumario:In his famous vision of the enthroned and exalted Lord, Isaiah is told to harden the hearts of his people, 'lest they repent' (Isa. 6.9-10). According to Mark's Gospel, which cites this text, Jesus speaks in parables for the same reason. Interpreters of all generations have, not unnaturally, found the text difficult and disturbing. This study is concerned with the fascinating variety of early Jewish and Christian interpretations and modifications that have attempted to cope with the difficulty. At different stages in Judaism and Christianity the Isaianic vision of God is more clearly perceived.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (261 pages)
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780567214935
0567214931