J. Cheryl Exum Knihy

This ground-breaking work draws on feminist literary theory to reveal the stories of women hidden in the narratives of men in the Bible.

Focusing on the intersection of gender and biblical interpretation, this book explores the portrayal of biblical women in popular culture, art, and film. It raises critical questions about how gender influences interpretation and the responsibilities of commentators and readers. The revised edition includes a new chapter on 'Lot and his Daughters' and an expanded analysis of Delilah, enriching the discussion on feminist biblical criticism and its implications in contemporary contexts.

Recent years have witnessed an upsurge of interest in relating the Bible to the worlds of literature and the visual arts. How is the Bible portrayed in the arts and how do the arts affect what we know, or think we know, about the Bible? In this provocative and wide-ranging collection, the eight contributors engage in a lively and fruitful conversation with the work of novelists, artists, filmmakers, and critics. Topics treated in this collection include the Bible and film, from Frank Capra movies of the 30s and 40s to such Hollywood epics as The Robe and The Ten Commandments ; the Bible and literature, focusing particularly on the story of David and Bathsheba in recent fiction; and the Bible and painting, with specific studies of Rembrandt as painter and etcher and the twentieth-century German artist Lovis Corinth and more generalized discussion of paintings of King David throughout the centuries and the representation of the sexuality of Jesus in Renaissance art.Contributors include Joel Rosenberg, Erica Sheen, Martin O'Kane, Ilse Müllner, Johannes Taschner, Clive Marsh, J. Cheryl Exum, and David Jasper.

Focusing on the poetic brilliance of the Song of Songs, this commentary delves into the complexities of one of the Hebrew Bible's most enigmatic texts. It highlights the rich imagery and themes within the poetry, offering insights that illuminate its unique position in biblical literature. Through careful analysis, the commentary reveals the depth and beauty of the language, inviting readers to explore its layered meanings and emotional resonance.

Focusing on the poetic brilliance of the Song of Songs, this commentary by J. Cheryl Exum reveals how the text illustrates love's enduring power. Exum highlights the distinct experiences of love from both male and female perspectives, offering a nuanced exploration of relationships. Through detailed verse-by-verse exegesis, she provides insightful solutions to longstanding interpretative challenges, enhancing readers' understanding of this complex biblical work.

Focusing on narratives from the books of Judges, Samuel, and Kings, the book explores the concept of tragedy through textual analysis rather than theoretical abstraction. It presents a vision of reality depicted in these ancient stories, emphasizing the inherent tragic elements within them. By examining these selected narratives, the author reveals how they confront human experiences and emotions, offering profound insights into the nature of tragedy in literature.

Virtual History and the Bible asks where we are at the beginning of the new millennium and how we got that way. What if important events in ancient history had turned out differently? How different might the present century be? This is a volume about history, not fantasy or fiction. Sixteen eminent historians of the Bible discuss not only what might have happened differently but demonstrate how, in practice, biblical historians go about reconstructing the past.