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Sex, Honor, and Power in the Deuteronomistic History

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In this original work, Stone studies the structure and social presuppositions of several narratives from the Deuteronomistic History in which sexual activity plays a significant role. Both narratological and anthropological tools are utilized in the textual analysis. Stone interestingly notes the link between sexual activity, gender and prestige structures; the emphasis on male contest and female chastity discussed by anthropologists of honour and shame; and the role of the exchange of women in relations between men. In each story, sexual practice is primarily related to male struggles for honour and power.

Language: English

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Bloomsbury T&T Clark

Release: November 01, 1996

ISBN: 1850756406

ISBN 13: 9781850756408

Sex, Honor, and Power in the Deuteronomistic History

3/5 ( ratings)

In this original work, Stone studies the structure and social presuppositions of several narratives from the Deuteronomistic History in which sexual activity plays a significant role. Both narratological and anthropological tools are utilized in the textual analysis. Stone interestingly notes the link between sexual activity, gender and prestige structures; the emphasis on male contest and female chastity discussed by anthropologists of honour and shame; and the role of the exchange of women in relations between men. In each story, sexual practice is primarily related to male struggles for honour and power.

Language: English

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Bloomsbury T&T Clark

Release: November 01, 1996

ISBN: 1850756406

ISBN 13: 9781850756408

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