The Chiastic Structure of Psalm 106
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The authors describes the chiasm that is embedded within the narrative structure of the psalm of Psalm 106, focusing on the need for repentance and forgiveness in any historical context, but especially in the exilic and post-exilic periods.Abstract:
This study describes the chiasm that is embedded within the narrative structure of Psalm 106. He classifies the psalm as a historical recital of Israel’s story, but within the psalm’s narrative structure is a chiasm that emphasizes key parallel elements. These elements draw the reader’s attention to the themes of praise, prayer, salvation, rebellion, and Moses, to name a few. Psalm 106 focuses on Israel’s past failures and Yahweh’s generous grace, motifs that highlight the need for repentance and forgiveness in any historical context, but especially in the exilic and postexilic periods. https://doi.org/10.17159/2312-3621/2018/v31n3a6read more
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The Theology of the Psalms
TL;DR: Rev. J. Harvey, The Manse, Great Totham, Essex as discussed by the authors, and Rev. T.C. Cole, 7 Bungalow Road, South Norwood, Surrey.
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Introduction to the Old Testament as Scripture
TL;DR: In this article, the authors describe the form and function of the Hebrew Bible in its role as sacred scripture for Israel and argue the case that the biblical literature has not been correctly understood or interpreted.
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