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Iv Ezra: A Study in the Development of Universalism
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781025749976
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 84
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
IV EZRA a Study in the Development of Universalim is a profound theological exploration of one of the most significant works of Jewish apocalyptic literature. Written by the renowned scholar C.G. Montefiore, this study delves into the complex themes of the Fourth Book of Ezra, particularly focusing on the tension between particularism and the burgeoning concept of universalism within Jewish thought.
Montefiore examines the text's response to the destruction of the Second Temple and the profound existential questions it raised regarding divine justice, the nature of suffering, and the salvation of humanity. Through a meticulous analysis of the visions and dialogues within the work, the author highlights the internal struggles of the narrator as they grapple with the fate of Israel versus the world at large. This study serves as a critical bridge in understanding the evolution of religious thought during a period of intense historical and spiritual transition.
Highlighting the ethical and philosophical underpinnings of the apocalyptic tradition, this work remains an essential resource for students of biblical studies, Jewish theology, and the history of religion. Montefiore's insights provide a clear window into the development of universalist ideals that would eventually shape subsequent religious traditions.
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