Revisiting Job and Esther: Textual Contrasts

This chapter explores Job's historical identity as the king of Edom and his ties to the Israelites, examining the discrepancies between the Septuagint and traditional rabbinic texts. It highlights significant omissions in the biblical narrative, particularly focusing on the Book of Esther, and how these affect character portrayals and theological implications. Through detailed comparisons, the chapter discusses the evolution of biblical interpretations and the critical omissions in the Masoretic text, prompting deeper reflections on divine authority and narrative integrity.

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