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The Dawn of Apocalyptic: The Historical and Sociological Roots of Jewish Apocalyptic Eschatology

Paul D. Hanson

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Description:Hanson's undertaking, as indicated by its subtitle, is ambitious. It's a study of historical developments & sociological ideologies that both resulted from & partially contributed to the socio-political upheavals in & around Jewish communities, especially during the 2nd Temple. Apocalyptic embraces a vast literature, including both primary & 2ndary sources. There's a fog surrounding attempts to define it. One of his goals is to correct the oft misdirected attempts of authors who've offered definitions. But the primary purpose is to demonstrate that apocalyptic emerged gradually, partly as a result of political upheavals among the ruling nations around them, primarily as a result of class struggle within Judaism itself. This critique summarizes the essential information he presents, critically evaluating his conclusions. Hanson's book was published in '75, revised in '79. The only essential difference is an 18-page appendix: "An Overview of Early Jewish & Xian Apocalypticism." On one hand, the appendix does what its title suggests, it gives a condensed synopsis. On the other hand, it provides two helpful contributions. The 1st is that he spends a little over a page discussing the opening verses of Revelation & how these contribute to the definition of apocalyptic. He sees it contributing on three levels of meaning: that of genre, the author's perspective of reality in relation to Hebrew prophecy, & the type of religious movement that led to the literary product. The 2nd helpful contribution is his concise definition of apocalyptic eschatology. His treatment in the foregoing material certainly discusses apocalyptic eschatology, but a concise definition is wanting. Here, in the appendix, he states: "Apocalyptic eschatology, therefore, is neither a genre (apocalypse) nor a socio-religious movement (apocalypticism) but a religious perspective which views divine plans in relation to historical realities in a particular way." There's another general comment to be made regarding the need for a critique of a book published decades ago. There are three responses that justify a scholarly critique at this date. 1st, apocalyptic is a vast field with few scholars offering very little original thinking. Hanson is one of those few. He's provided keen observations & insights that have moved scholarship forward. Much of what he says still needs critical evaluation. 2nd, while many scholars have cited his work, there have been few who've offered a critical examination from conservative standpoints. A 3rd response to the question is that he's continued to write on apocalyptic up to the present. In '83, he published Visionaries & Their Apocalypses. He provided another title in '87 entitled Old Testament Apocalyptic. Most recently, he authored Isaiah 40-66. These works build upon his seminal The Dawn of Apocalyptic. To grasp the implications of his later writings, it's necessary to understand the work which serves as their foundation. Hanson's book is in five chapters followed by ending material: selected bibliography, indices & appendix. At least one excursus in each of the five chapters (with the exception of 2) was provocatively insightful:1 Phenomenon of Apocalyptic in Israel: Its Background & Setting 2 Isaiah 56-66 & the Visionary Disciples of 2nd Isaiah 3 The Origins of Post-Exilic Hierocracy4 Zechariah 9-14 & the Development of the Apocalyptic Eschatology of the Visionaries 5 An Allegory & Explication Titles & lengths reveal chapter 2 as the centerpiece, 40% of the work. It's foundational. Chapter 1 is an introduction. Chapters 2-4 are programmatic, building one upon the other. Chapter 5 is epilogue, in that he simplifies & recasts everything argued as an allegory whereby King Royalty weds Queen Prophecy whose union yields "Apocalyptic Eschatology." This work is a valuable contribution to biblical scholarship in general & to the subject of apocalyptic in particular. As with most works offering original thinking departing from common paths, there will be negative reactions. This critique will highlight some objections in its turn, but such shouldn't prevent one from recognizing genuine contributions & strengths. The Dawn of Apocalyptic has several strengths. 1st, the greatest contribution is to trace the concept of apocalyptic back to its roots. These roots (contrary to then current notions), aren't found in foreign soils, but in the Jewish pre-exilic prophecy. Because apocalyptic had often been viewed from the standpoint of myth & cosmology, many were drawn to Daniel. By looking there, many concluded apocalyptic was Persian because of its strong influence there. Hanson rejects this. He recognizes Persian influence is evident, but only casually, incidentally, not causally. This is the primary function of the 1st chapter. Part of the reason scholars followed the wrong trail is because they chased the wrong scent, viz. definitions based on genre features. A focus on genre-based features is a 1-...We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Dawn of Apocalyptic: The Historical and Sociological Roots of Jewish Apocalyptic Eschatology. To get started finding The Dawn of Apocalyptic: The Historical and Sociological Roots of Jewish Apocalyptic Eschatology, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers (Philadelphia)

Release: 1979

ISBN: 0800618092

Description: Hanson's undertaking, as indicated by its subtitle, is ambitious. It's a study of historical developments & sociological ideologies that both resulted from & partially contributed to the socio-political upheavals in & around Jewish communities, especially during the 2nd Temple. Apocalyptic embraces a vast literature, including both primary & 2ndary sources. There's a fog surrounding attempts to define it. One of his goals is to correct the oft misdirected attempts of authors who've offered definitions. But the primary purpose is to demonstrate that apocalyptic emerged gradually, partly as a result of political upheavals among the ruling nations around them, primarily as a result of class struggle within Judaism itself. This critique summarizes the essential information he presents, critically evaluating his conclusions. Hanson's book was published in '75, revised in '79. The only essential difference is an 18-page appendix: "An Overview of Early Jewish & Xian Apocalypticism." On one hand, the appendix does what its title suggests, it gives a condensed synopsis. On the other hand, it provides two helpful contributions. The 1st is that he spends a little over a page discussing the opening verses of Revelation & how these contribute to the definition of apocalyptic. He sees it contributing on three levels of meaning: that of genre, the author's perspective of reality in relation to Hebrew prophecy, & the type of religious movement that led to the literary product. The 2nd helpful contribution is his concise definition of apocalyptic eschatology. His treatment in the foregoing material certainly discusses apocalyptic eschatology, but a concise definition is wanting. Here, in the appendix, he states: "Apocalyptic eschatology, therefore, is neither a genre (apocalypse) nor a socio-religious movement (apocalypticism) but a religious perspective which views divine plans in relation to historical realities in a particular way." There's another general comment to be made regarding the need for a critique of a book published decades ago. There are three responses that justify a scholarly critique at this date. 1st, apocalyptic is a vast field with few scholars offering very little original thinking. Hanson is one of those few. He's provided keen observations & insights that have moved scholarship forward. Much of what he says still needs critical evaluation. 2nd, while many scholars have cited his work, there have been few who've offered a critical examination from conservative standpoints. A 3rd response to the question is that he's continued to write on apocalyptic up to the present. In '83, he published Visionaries & Their Apocalypses. He provided another title in '87 entitled Old Testament Apocalyptic. Most recently, he authored Isaiah 40-66. These works build upon his seminal The Dawn of Apocalyptic. To grasp the implications of his later writings, it's necessary to understand the work which serves as their foundation. Hanson's book is in five chapters followed by ending material: selected bibliography, indices & appendix. At least one excursus in each of the five chapters (with the exception of 2) was provocatively insightful:1 Phenomenon of Apocalyptic in Israel: Its Background & Setting 2 Isaiah 56-66 & the Visionary Disciples of 2nd Isaiah 3 The Origins of Post-Exilic Hierocracy4 Zechariah 9-14 & the Development of the Apocalyptic Eschatology of the Visionaries 5 An Allegory & Explication Titles & lengths reveal chapter 2 as the centerpiece, 40% of the work. It's foundational. Chapter 1 is an introduction. Chapters 2-4 are programmatic, building one upon the other. Chapter 5 is epilogue, in that he simplifies & recasts everything argued as an allegory whereby King Royalty weds Queen Prophecy whose union yields "Apocalyptic Eschatology." This work is a valuable contribution to biblical scholarship in general & to the subject of apocalyptic in particular. As with most works offering original thinking departing from common paths, there will be negative reactions. This critique will highlight some objections in its turn, but such shouldn't prevent one from recognizing genuine contributions & strengths. The Dawn of Apocalyptic has several strengths. 1st, the greatest contribution is to trace the concept of apocalyptic back to its roots. These roots (contrary to then current notions), aren't found in foreign soils, but in the Jewish pre-exilic prophecy. Because apocalyptic had often been viewed from the standpoint of myth & cosmology, many were drawn to Daniel. By looking there, many concluded apocalyptic was Persian because of its strong influence there. Hanson rejects this. He recognizes Persian influence is evident, but only casually, incidentally, not causally. This is the primary function of the 1st chapter. Part of the reason scholars followed the wrong trail is because they chased the wrong scent, viz. definitions based on genre features. A focus on genre-based features is a 1-...We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Dawn of Apocalyptic: The Historical and Sociological Roots of Jewish Apocalyptic Eschatology. To get started finding The Dawn of Apocalyptic: The Historical and Sociological Roots of Jewish Apocalyptic Eschatology, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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