JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism: A New Theory of People, Exile, and Israelite Identity.

  • Published In: Studia Philonica Annual, 2023, v. 35. P. 342 1 of 3

  • Database: Jewish Studies Source 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Birnbaum, Ellen 3 of 3

Abstract

The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism: A New Theory of People, Exile, and Israelite Identity by Jason Staples challenges the traditional understanding that Israel and Jews are synonymous. The book explores the relationship between Israel, Jews, and Hebrews during the Second Temple period and examines the connection between Israel language and eschatological expectations. Staples analyzes various texts and sources to demonstrate the complexity and evolving understanding of Israel's identity during this time. While the book is praised for its exploration of restoration eschatology and the Samaritan claim to identification as Israel, it is criticized for overlooking other scholarly works and having a narrow focus. The review also briefly mentions another book on Hellenism, early Judaism, and early Christianity, which includes essays on Philo. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Studia Philonica Annual. 2023/01, Vol. 35, p342
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:1052-4533
  • Accession Number:175930470
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