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Pain and Pity in Two Postbiblical Responses to Joseph's Power in Genesis.

Authors :
LATEINER, DONALD
Source :
Journal of Biblical Literature. Winter2014, Vol. 133 Issue 4, p863-868. 6p.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The article explores the power of Biblical patriarch Joseph in Josephus's account of his story in the book of Genesis. It analyzes the unforgiving and compassionate responses by Joseph and his brothers to the pain experienced by others. The account is recognized for showing the feelings and passions of characters in the Bible. Also discussed are Greek philosopher Aristotle's observations on the nature of pity.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00219231
Volume :
133
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Biblical Literature
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
108347436
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1353/jbl.2014.0048