Genesis 20: A literary template for the prophetic tradition
A close examination of Genesis 20 shows that the concept of prophet, which is mentioned for the first time in this chapter, is emphasised in three ways. First, God actively creates a new office – that of prophet. Second, he specifically gives a job description – that of intercessor. Third, he square...
Main Author: | R.G. Branch |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | Afrikaans |
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AOSIS
2004-08-01
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Series: | In die Skriflig |
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Online Access: | https://indieskriflig.org.za/index.php/skriflig/article/view/428 |
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