The Cosmic Covenant : : Biblical Themes of Justice, Peace and the Integrity of Creation /

The Cosmic Covenant : : Biblical Themes of Justice, Peace and the Integrity of Creation / / Robert Murray.

Murray’s study of the covenant theme begins with a chronological survey of the concept, beginning at the creation itself. He traces this theme through the Bible, noting its key components of justice and peace. The concept is a shared one between Judaism and Christianity, and Murray suggests that it...

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Superior document:Title is part of eBook package: De Gruyter Gorgias Press Backlist eBook-Package 2001-2013
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Murray, Robert,
Place / Publishing House:Piscataway, NJ : : Gorgias Press, , [2006]
©2006
Year of Publication:2006
Language:English
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Physical Description:1 online resource (272 p.)
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Table of Contents:
  • Frontmatter
  • Contents
  • List of Illustrations
  • Acknowledgements
  • Preface
  • Abbreviations
  • Note on Transliteration and some Forms of Expression
  • Introduction
  • 1. The Binding of the Cosmic Elements at Creation
  • 2. The Cosmic Covenant Broken
  • 3. The 'Eternal Covenant' Re-established
  • 4. The Earthly Effects of Breach of the Cosmic Covenant
  • 5. The Theory and Rituals for Preserving Cosmic Order
  • 6. Relationships Within the Kingdom of Peace
  • 7. Themes and Variations in Christianity and Judaism
  • Epilogue: The Challenge of the Cosmic Covenant Today
  • Notes
  • Bibliography
  • Index

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