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Religious Texts from Ugarit: The Words of Ilimilku and His Colleagues (Biblical Seminar)
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Product Description
This translation and commentary on the Ugaritic texts is aimed at general readers as well as students and specialists in biblical, classical and religious studies. The Ugaritic texts have long been recognized as basic background material for Old Testament study. Ugaritic deities, myths, religious terminology, poetic techniques and general vocabulary are widely encountered by the attentive reader of the Hebrew Bible. This edition has a modern translation and commentary based on scrutiny of the original tablets and recent academic discussion. While addressing the needs of accurate translation, it also attempts to take seriously demands for a readable English version.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #1038543 in Books
- Published on: 2002-09-26
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Paperback
- 504 pages
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About the Author
Nicolas Wyatt is Reader in Religious Studies, University of Edinburgh. He is also the author of 'Space and Time in the Religious Life of the Near East' (2001).
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Great Translations, informative notes, intriguing theories
This book provides a complete introduction to modern translations of these amazing texts, as well as pointing out areas of disputed translation, hypothetical controversy and humour! A great companion for both Ancient Near Eastern and Biblical scholars alike - the sometimes challenging views will certainly not send you to sleep!
