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God, justice, and society : aspects of law and legality in the Bible /

Burnside, Jonathan P.

God, justice, and society : aspects of law and legality in the Bible / Jonathan Burnside. - Oxford ; New York, N.Y. : Oxford University Press, 2011. - xl, 542 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

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.

9780199759217 0199759219

2010016530

GBB0A3834 bnb

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BS680.L33 / B87 2011

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