Elements of Ancient Jewish Nationalism (Hardcover)

Contrary to the widespread view that nationalism is a modern phenomenon, Goodblatt argues that it can be found in the ancient world. He argues that concepts of nationalism compatible with contemporary social scientific theories can be documented in the ancient sources from the Mediterranean Rim by the middle of the last millennium B.C.E. In particular, the collective identity asserted by the Jews in antiquity fits contemporary definitions of nationalism. After the theoretical discussion in the opening chapter, the author examines several factors constitutive of ancient Jewish nationalism. He shows how this identity was socially constructed by such means as the mass dissemination of biblical literature, retention of the Hebrew language, and through the priestly caste. The author also discusses each of the names used to express Jewish national identity: Israel, Judah and Zion.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	September 2006
First published:	2006
Authors:	David Goodblatt
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	278
ISBN-13:	978-0-521-86202-8
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > History of specific subjects > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Ethnic studies > Jewish studies Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political ideologies > Nationalism Books > History > History of specific subjects > General Promotions
LSN:	0-521-86202-7
Barcode:	9780521862028

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