But Where Is the Lamb?: Imagining the Story of Abraham and Isaac

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• James Goodman

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• 320 Seiten
• 12 Lesestunden

• Esoterik & Religion
• Geschichte
• Religion
• Sachliteratur

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Exploring the profound narrative of Abraham's command to sacrifice Isaac, this book delves into themes of sacrifice, authority, and faith that resonate across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Goodman weaves a rich tapestry of interpretations from biblical times to modern culture, engaging with ancient sages, medieval plays, and contemporary thinkers like Kant and Bob Dylan. Through his multifaceted lens as a reader, historian, and skeptic, he offers a compelling narrative that reveals the enduring significance and complexity of this foundational story.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2013
• Einband: Hardcover