Ronen Shoval

Broschiertes Buch

Holiness and Society

A Socio-Political Exploration of the Mosaic Tradition

Beschreibung

Exploring 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.

Autor

Ronen 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.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Routledge / Taylor & Francis
• Seitenzahl: 228
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. August 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 420g
• ISBN-13: 9781032751610
• ISBN-10: 1032751614
• Artikelnr.: 70347259

Rezensionen

"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