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Explore The Joshua Generation, a thought-provoking analysis of the biblical book of Joshua and its impact on modern Israeli politics. This essential read reveals how the contentious tale of conquest and genocide has been co-opted to shape the national narrative of contemporary Israel. The author, Rachel Havrelock, delves into the historical significance of Joshua, shedding light on the ancient Israelites' actions as they entered Canaan, and how these actions resonate in today's socio-political climate. The Joshua Generation critiques the way this scripture has been utilized to foster a national identity, illustrating the dissonance between nationalist aspirations and the harsh realities of the Israeli occupation.
Gain insight into the historical context, including the 1950s gatherings led by David Ben-Gurion, where influential figures reinterpreted the narrative surrounding Israel's foundation. Havrelock's work emphasizes the complexity of ancient Israeli societal structures and offers a fresh perspective on themes of unity and division. Perfect for readers interested in biblical studies, Middle Eastern politics, or contemporary social issues, this book invites critical reflection on the intersection of past narratives and present realities.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691198934
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2021
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691198934
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2021
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
How a controversial biblical tale of conquest and genocide became a founding story of modern Israel
No biblical text has been more central to the politics of modern Israel than the book of Joshua. Named after a military leader who became the successor to Moses, it depicts the march of the ancient Israelites into Canaan, describing how they subjugated and massacred the indigenous peoples. The Joshua Generation examines the book's centrality to the Israeli occupation today, revealing why nationalist longing and social reality are tragically out of sync in the Promised Land.
Though the book of Joshua was largely ignored and reviled by diaspora Jews, the leaders of modern Israel have invoked it to promote national cohesion. Critics of occupation, meanwhile, have denounced it as a book that celebrates genocide. Rachel Havrelock looks at the composition of Joshua, showing how it reflected the fractious nature of ancient Israelite society and a desire to unify the populace under a strong monarchy. She describes how David Ben-Gurion, Israel's first prime minister, convened a study group at his home in the late 1950s, where generals, politicians, and professors reformulated the story of Israel's founding in the language of Joshua. Havrelock traces how Ben-Gurion used a brutal tale of conquest to unite an immigrant population of Jews of different ethnicities and backgrounds, casting modern Israelis and Palestinians as latter-day Israelites and Canaanites.
Providing an alternative reading of Joshua, The Joshua Generation finds evidence of a decentralized society composed of tribes, clans, and woman-run households, one with relevance to today
Gain insight into the historical context, including the 1950s gatherings led by David Ben-Gurion, where influential figures reinterpreted the narrative surrounding Israel's foundation. Havrelock's work emphasizes the complexity of ancient Israeli societal structures and offers a fresh perspective on themes of unity and division. Perfect for readers interested in biblical studies, Middle Eastern politics, or contemporary social issues, this book invites critical reflection on the intersection of past narratives and present realities.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691198934
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2021
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691198934
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2021
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
How a controversial biblical tale of conquest and genocide became a founding story of modern Israel
No biblical text has been more central to the politics of modern Israel than the book of Joshua. Named after a military leader who became the successor to Moses, it depicts the march of the ancient Israelites into Canaan, describing how they subjugated and massacred the indigenous peoples. The Joshua Generation examines the book's centrality to the Israeli occupation today, revealing why nationalist longing and social reality are tragically out of sync in the Promised Land.
Though the book of Joshua was largely ignored and reviled by diaspora Jews, the leaders of modern Israel have invoked it to promote national cohesion. Critics of occupation, meanwhile, have denounced it as a book that celebrates genocide. Rachel Havrelock looks at the composition of Joshua, showing how it reflected the fractious nature of ancient Israelite society and a desire to unify the populace under a strong monarchy. She describes how David Ben-Gurion, Israel's first prime minister, convened a study group at his home in the late 1950s, where generals, politicians, and professors reformulated the story of Israel's founding in the language of Joshua. Havrelock traces how Ben-Gurion used a brutal tale of conquest to unite an immigrant population of Jews of different ethnicities and backgrounds, casting modern Israelis and Palestinians as latter-day Israelites and Canaanites.
Providing an alternative reading of Joshua, The Joshua Generation finds evidence of a decentralized society composed of tribes, clans, and woman-run households, one with relevance to today