Legitimacy, Illegitimacy, and the Right to Rule

Name: Legitimacy, Illegitimacy, and the Right to Rule
Brand: Bloomsbury 3PL
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By Oeste, Gordon K.

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This book explores the portrayal of the rise, reign, and demise of Abimelech in Judges 9 and asks about whose interests this portrayal may have served. The negative depiction of Abimelechs kingship in this chapter, coupled with Gideons rejection of kingship in Judges 8:22-23, has led interpreters to view the passage as anti-monarchic. This perspective clashes with the pro-monarchic stance of Judges 17-21. However, while the portrayal of Abimelechs kingship is negative, it may yet have served as a legitimation strategy for the monarchy. In support, this study examines Judges 9 through three methodological lenses: a narrative analysis, a rhetorical analysis and a social scientific analysis.
In addition, anthropological data on early and developing states shows that such states attempt to prevent fissioning (the tendency inherent within political systems to break up and form other similar units) by subverting local leaders, groups, and institutions, and so legitimate the centralization of power. When read in this light, Judges 9 supports monarchic interests by seeking to subvert localized rule and alliances in favor of a centralized polity.

Product details

Edition:

1

Number of Pages:

282

Release Date:

2011-09-15

Publication Date:

2011-08-04

Publisher:

Bloomsbury 3PL

Languages:

Original: English

ISBN10:

0567237834

ISBN13:

9780567237835

GPSR Manufacturer Reference:

[email protected]

Weight:

590 g

Height:

161 cm

Width:

240 cm

Thickness:

20 cm

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