Biblical Reading and Reflections: May 12th (Job 40 & Jude)
Alastair's Adversaria
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The Bemoth and Leviath in the Book of Job
The bemoth is a symbol of something very real, the mysterious, terrible and awe inspiring might of the beasts. Reading these figures as imaginary or symbolic has a long history. We have references to such readings going back to the early church. The interpretation of beamoth that i found most compelling is that given by robert file in his book,. now my eyes have seen you images of creation and evil. In the book of job he argues that the figure of beamoth is to be associated with the character of mart - a myth logical deity associated with death.
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