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OverviewExploring the subtle political philosophy within the Biblical narrative, this book presents enduring insights that complement Ancient Greek philosophy for contemporary political distinctions – uncovering overlooked socio-political ideologies to provide a unique perspective alongside the classical philosophical tradition. By adopting a sociological approach, Ronen Shovel interprets the Bible as a reflection of perspectives and ideologies, emphasizing the intricate dynamics between rulers and subjects, balancing justice, and power within societies. A key focus is the examination of holiness as a distinct political category, influencing institutions, ethics, justice, and even the use of force. This perspective challenges traditional religious scholarship, merging sociology with the concept of holiness. Holiness and Society enriches political philosophy, religious studies, and sociology, broadening their boundaries and offering fresh perspectives, serving as a bridge between antiquity and modernity, providing valuable insights into contemporary political thought. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Ronen ShovalPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Weight: 0.580kg ISBN: 9781032752785ISBN 10: 1032752785 Pages: 206 Publication Date: 15 August 2024 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsAcknowledgementsForeword: On Sanctity, Politics, and Biblical Scholarship Theoretical Introduction 1. And You Shall Keep My Covenant: The Covenant as Breeding Ground for the Jewish Political Idea 2. A Kingdom of Priests and a Holy Nation: The Jewish Political Idea 3. The Exodus As Political Model of Sanctification 4. The Tent of Meeting, Tabernacle, and the Transition from Impurity to Purity and Holiness 5. Institutions of Collective Holiness 6. Ceremonies of Collective Holiness 7. The Hebrew Constitution 8. The Euthyphro Dilemma and Jewish Holiness Epilogue: The Biblical Vision of Collective Holiness BibliographyReviews""Is there a Jewish concept of holiness that is distinct from that of Greek and Christian civilization? In this book, Ronen Shoval examines the key texts on holiness in Hebrew Scripture, proposing that the biblical ideal of a 'holy nation' provides a 'supreme norm' in light of which biblical law and the nation of Israel are given a shape. This is a daring work, which forcefully challenges accepted distinctions between body and soul, the political and the sacred, the holy and the secular, and uncovers a unique biblical concept of a holiness that belongs to an entire nation when they live with God among them."" Yoram Hazony, President of the Herzl Institute and author of The Philosophy of Hebrew Scripture ""Dr. Ronen Shoval succeeded in renewing the classical approach to Biblical politics from an unexpected perspective, collective holiness as understood through the sociological method. May this research open a field of investigation for the young generation of researchers in an era that questions the essence of politics beyond political institutions."" Shmuel Trigano, professor emeritus, Chair Of Sociology of Knowledge, Religion, and Politics at Paris Nanterre University and author of Philosophy of the Law: The Political in the Torah ""Combining the insights of political philosophy and the sociology of religion with his own brilliant interpretations of the text, Ronan Shoval has produced a compelling account of the political-theological teaching of the Hebrew Bible, centered on the pursuit of a novel kind of communal holiness, which sanctifies everyday life within and serves as a light unto other nations without. At once a major contribution to Jewish thought and political theory, it is also a wonderful mirror in which we can discover the limitations of our own liberal political ideas and ways."" Leon R. Kass, Dean of the Faculty, Shalem College, Jerusalem and author of Founding God’s Nation: Reading Exodus """Is there a Jewish concept of holiness that is distinct from that of Greek and Christian civilization? In this book, Ronen Shoval examines the key texts on holiness in Hebrew Scripture, proposing that the biblical ideal of a 'holy nation' provides a 'supreme norm' in light of which biblical law and the nation of Israel are given a shape. This is a daring work, which forcefully challenges accepted distinctions between body and soul, the political and the sacred, the holy and the secular, and uncovers a unique biblical concept of a holiness that belongs to an entire nation when they live with God among them."" Yoram Hazony, President of the Herzl Institute and author of The Philosophy of Hebrew Scripture ""Dr. Ronen Shoval succeeded in renewing the classical approach to Biblical politics from an unexpected perspective, collective holiness as understood through the sociological method. May this research open a field of investigation for the young generation of researchers in an era that questions the essence of politics beyond political institutions."" Shmuel Trigano, professor emeritus, Chair Of Sociology of Knowledge, Religion, and Politics at Paris Nanterre University and author of Philosophy of the Law: The Political in the Torah ""Combining the insights of political philosophy and the sociology of religion with his own brilliant interpretations of the text, Ronan Shoval has produced a compelling account of the political-theological teaching of the Hebrew Bible, centered on the pursuit of a novel kind of communal holiness, which sanctifies everyday life within and serves as a light unto other nations without. At once a major contribution to Jewish thought and political theory, it is also a wonderful mirror in which we can discover the limitations of our own liberal political ideas and ways."" Leon R. Kass, Dean of the Faculty, Shalem College, Jerusalem and author of Founding God’s Nation: Reading Exodus" Author InformationRonen Shoval is associate research scholar at Princeton University and holds a PhD from the Sorbonne - Paris X Nanterre. He is the author and translator of several books and numerous articles in English, French, and Hebrew. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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