God as Father and Master: Sons and Slaves in Sifre Numbers 1...

This study examines the metaphors of slavery and sonship in early Jewish and Christian texts, focusing on Sifre Numbers 115 and the New Testament. It argues that in Sifre Numbers 115, the metaphor of slavery is preferred over that of sonship to emphasize the absolute obedience God expects from His p... Read more

This study examines the metaphors of slavery and sonship in early Jewish and Christian texts, focusing on Sifre Numbers 115 and the New Testament. It argues that in Sifre Numbers 115, the metaphor of slavery is preferred over that of sonship to emphasize the absolute obedience God expects from His people. This perspective is contrasted with New Testament writings, particularly Romans 6, where Paul discusses the transition from being slaves to sin to becoming slaves to righteousness. Show less