Niehaus, Jeffrey Jay.

Ancient eastern themes in biblical theology. Ancient near eastern themes. - Grand Rapids, MI : Kregel Publications, c2008. - 203 p. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 183-187) and indexes.

Approaching biblical parallels in the ancient Near East -- God and the royal shepherd -- Covenant and conquest -- City, temple, image -- City and temple : abandoned and restored -- The covenantal household : destruction and salvation -- The restoration of all things -- Conclusion: A symphony of parallels.

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Bible--Extra-canonical parallels.
Bible--Theology.


Bible as literature.
Middle Eastern literature--Relation to the Old Testament.
Middle Eastern literature--History and criticism.

BS 535 .N54 2008