value of human life, The
a study of the story of the flood …
P. J. Harland
245 pages | ~7 hrs
value of human life, The
a study of the story of the flood (Genesis 6-9)
By P. J. Harland
In this thoughtful biblical exploration, P. J. Harland invites readers to discover profound insights about human worth through one of Scripture's most compelling narratives. Rather than treating the flood account as merely historical record, this scholarly work reveals how Genesis 6-9 serves as a rich meditation on what makes human life precious and meaningful.
Through careful examination of the biblical sources and their literary combination, Harland guides readers through the deeper questions embedded within Noah's story. What circumstances led to such divine judgment? How do we understand Noah's righteousness in contrast to his contemporaries? What does it mean when Scripture speaks of God's own regret and change of heart?
The author skillfully weaves together themes of creation and destruction, exploring how the flood narrative presents both the unmaking and remaking of the world. Central to this discussion is the covenant that emerges from the waters and the profound concept of humans bearing God's image.
This 245-page study concludes with a compelling argument that human value stems not from our achievements or inherent qualities, but from our fundamental relationship with the divine. For readers seeking to understand their place in the cosmic order and the source of human dignity, Harland offers a fresh perspective on ancient wisdom that speaks directly to contemporary questions about meaning and worth.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Bibel
- ✓ Explore Déluge
- ✓ Explore Criticism, interpretation
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., o. t. pentateuch
- ✓ Explore Genesis (bijbelboek)
- ✓ Explore Deluge
- ✓ Explore Exegese
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Details
- Published
- 1996
- Publisher
- Brill
- ISBN-10
- 9004105344
- Pages
- 245
- Language
- EN
- LC Classification
- BS410.V452 vol. 64 BS658
