aspects of law and legality in the Bible Burnside, Jonathan P. (Jonathan Patrick) creator text bibliography nyu Oxford New York, N.Y Oxford University Press c2011 2011 monographic eng

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xl, 542 p. : ill. ; 25 cm. Introduction : The horizon of Biblical law -- The character of biblical law -- A deal with God -- Beyond Sinai -- Justice as a calling -- Humanity and the environment -- People and land -- Social welfare -- Homicide and vengeance -- Theft and burglary -- Marriage and divorce -- Sexual offences -- New laws for a new age -- The trials of Jesus -- Conclusion : Law in the purpose of God. by Jonathan Burnside. Includes bibliographical references (p. [479]-503) and indexes. Bible and law Law (Theology) Biblical teaching BS680.L33 B87 2011 220.8/34 9780199759217 (alk. paper) 0199759219 (alk. paper) 2010016530 DLC 180719 20250312110656.0 16197013