Holy Wars of the ancient Israel. Theoretical construction and theological justification. Part I Cover Image

Wojny święte starożytnego Izraela. Konstrukcja teoretyczna i religijne uzasadnienie. Część I
Holy Wars of the ancient Israel. Theoretical construction and theological justification. Part I

Author(s): Tomasz Tulejski
Subject(s): Cultural history, Military history, Ancient World
Published by: Łódzkie Towarzystwo Naukowe
Keywords: holy war; ancient Israel

Summary/Abstract: The Author analyses the described in the Old Testament Holy Wars (or YHWH wars) of the ancient Israel, their theoretical construction and theological justification. He argues, that the basic of holy wars is concept of the Covenant between God and the Israeli tribes. Following this train of thoughts, the Author reconstructs the notion of holy war as described in the Old Testament narrations concerning the wars conducted by the Chosen People. He describes their principles and theological roots, first of all the aim of war, enemies of Israel and YHWH, the role of God-warrior and Herem ritual. He compares them with the practice of the different ancient nations of Near East and concludes, that the holy wars of Israel in their construct and justification are different from wars conducted by the others.

  • Issue Year: 2015
  • Issue No: 94
  • Page Range: 149-169
  • Page Count: 21
  • Language: Polish