This collection of essays explores the rhetoric and practices
surrounding views on life after death and the end of the world,
including the fate of the individual, apocalyptic speculation and
hope for cosmological renewal, in a wide range of societies from
Ancient Mesopotamia to the Byzantine era. The 42 essays by leading
scholars in each field explore the rich spectrum of ways in which
eschatological understanding can be expressed, and for which
purposes it can be used. Readers will gain new insight into the
historical contexts, details, functions and impact of
eschatological ideas and imagery in ancient texts and material
culture from the twenty-fifth century BCE to the ninth century CE.
Traditionally, the study of "eschatology" (and related concepts)
has been pursued mainly by scholars of Jewish and Christian
scripture. By broadening the disciplinary scope but remaining
within the clearly defined geographical milieu of the
Mediterranean, this volume enables its readers to note comparisons
and contrasts, as well as exchanges of thought and transmission of
eschatological ideas across Antiquity. Cross-referencing, high
quality illustrations and extensive indexing contribute to a rich
resource on a topic of contemporary interest and relevance.
Eschatology in Antiquity is aimed at readers from a wide range of
academic disciplines, as well as non-specialists including seminary
students and religious leaders. The primary audience will comprise
researchers in relevant fields including Biblical Studies, Classics
and Ancient History, Ancient Philosophy, Ancient Near Eastern
Studies, Art History, Late Antiquity, Byzantine Studies and
Cultural Studies. Care has been taken to ensure that the essays are
accessible to undergraduates and those without specialist knowledge
of particular subject areas.
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