Holiness and Society

A Socio-Political Exploration of the Mosaic Tradition

Ronen Shoval

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Routledge
15 August 2024

Philosophy; Western philosophy: Ancient, to c 500; Religion: general; Philosophy of religion; Judaism

Exploring the subtle political philosophy within the Biblical narrative, this book presents enduring insights that complement Ancient Greek philosophy for contemporary political distinctions – uncovering overlooked socio-political ideologies to provide a unique perspective alongside the classical philosophical tradition.

By adopting a sociological approach, Ronen Shovel interprets the Bible as a reflection of perspectives and ideologies, emphasizing the intricate dynamics between rulers and subjects, balancing justice, and power within societies. A key focus is the examination of holiness as a distinct political category, influencing institutions, ethics, justice, and even the use of force. This perspective challenges traditional religious scholarship, merging sociology with the concept of holiness.

Holiness and Society enriches political philosophy, religious studies, and sociology, broadening their boundaries and offering fresh perspectives, serving as a bridge between antiquity and modernity, providing valuable insights into contemporary political thought.

By: Ronen Shoval
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
ISBN: 9781032751610
ISBN 10: 1032751614
Pages: 206
Publication Date: 15 August 2024
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Ronen Shoval is a distinguished philosopher and the author of numerous articles in both English and Hebrew. His first book, Herzl’s Vision 2.0 (Mass 2013), explores the political philosophy of Zionism. He serves as the Dean of the Argaman Institute in Jerusalem and the head of the Herzl Advanced Program for Philosophy and Culture Studies. He has also served as a research fellow and lecturer in political philosophy at Princeton University.