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OverviewHow can the stories of the Hebrew Bible be read for their ethical value? Eryl W. Davies uses the narratives of King David in order to explore this, basing his argument on Martha Nussbaum's notion that a sensitive and informed commentary can unpack the complexity of fictional accounts. Davies discusses David and Michal in 1 Sam. 19:11-17; David and Jonathan in 1 Sam. 20; David and Bathsheba in 2 Sam. 11; Nathan’s parable in 2 Sam. 12; and the rape of Tamar in 2 Sam. 13. By examining these narratives, Davies shows that a fruitful and constructive dialogue is possible between biblical ethics and modern philosophy. He also emphasizes the ethical accountability of biblical scholars and their responsibility to evaluate the moral teaching that the biblical narratives have to offer. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Eryl W. DaviesPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Imprint: T.& T.Clark Ltd Weight: 0.472kg ISBN: 9780567699633ISBN 10: 0567699633 Pages: 208 Publication Date: 09 September 2021 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Narrative Ethics: An Introduction 2. Lies and Loyalty: David, Michal and Jonathan 3. Adultery and Murder: David and Bathsheba 4. Nathan's Parable 5. The Rape of Tamar 6. Ethical Criticism 7. Conclusion Bibliography IndexReviewsThe scholarship engaged with is thorough and apropos... [Davies’] reading certainly draws out the moral complexities of Samuel. * The Society for Old Testament Study Book List * Author InformationEryl W. Davies is Professor Emeritus of Hebrew Bible at Bangor University, UK. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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