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Keith Bodner and Benjamin J.M. Johnson, "Characters and Characterization in the Book of Judges" (Bloomsbury, 2024)

New Books in Biblical Studies

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Abimelech: A Warning Against Kingship

The chapter delves into the character of Abimelech in the Book of Judges, presenting him as a cautionary figure against kingship. Through an analysis of Abimelech's actions and the critique within the narrative, the discussion emphasizes the negative consequences that can arise from the desire for kingship.

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