Donkeys in the Biblical World: Ceremony and Symbol

by Kenneth C. Way

In this volume, Kenneth Way explores the role of donkeys in the symbolism and ceremonies of the biblical world. His study stands alone in providing a comprehensive examination of donkeys in ancient Near Eastern texts, the archaeological record, and the Hebrew Bible. Way demonstrates that donkeys held a distinct status in the beliefs and rituals of the ancient Near East and especially Canaan-Israel.

The focus on ceremony and symbol...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1575062135
• ISBN13: 9781575062136
• Release Date: June 2011
• Publisher: Eisenbrauns
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"