RE104 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Satan, Israelites
16 Jan 2016
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Religion is believed to have shrunken however that is only contained in certain areas/ beliefs. Concept of the devil is important even if there is or isn"t a devil. Book of genesis - why things are the way they are. Early hebrew tradition, god is there to get rid of chaos. Adam & eve story - banished from the garden. Serpent ( no temptation/ no trickery, just tells the truth) Multiplication of man, introduction of desire, heart became evil. Abraham tested by god, sacrifice your son. Concept of devil slowly emerges in hebrew religion (book of exodus) Early sense of god reflects the lifestyle of ancient hebrews. As the israelites settle down, ethical teachings move away from ritual/ taboos to social justice. Prophets challenge the mighty to do good for the weaker, etc. Hebrew view shifts toward omni god (now understands the hearts of people )
