A Theological Examination of Symbolism in Ezekiel with Emphasis on the Shepherd Metaphor (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781783689965)

The use of symbolic and metaphoric expressions is common in the literary convention of Jewish prophetism. Ezekiel holds true to this prophetic tradition in his use of symbolic sign-acts, particularly the shepherd metaphor found in chapter 34. Addressing the subject of failed leadership in secular and sacred domains, the author points to Ezekiel's use of symbolism and the shepherd motif to show what society stands to lose under bad leadership and governance. Not only does Ezekiel use this to show the failures of human sheperds but also to give hope to those communities they have failed.

Author: Joel K. T. Biwul
ISBN-10: 178368996X
ISBN-13: 9781783689965
Publisher: Langham Academic
Language: English
Published: 12/14/2013
Pages: 330
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d