Recent Developments in the History of Ancient Israel and the...

This scholarly dissertation investigates the interplay between religious identity and political authority in the ancient Near East. It examines how the prophet's messages reflect and respond to the sociopolitical realities of exile, including the loss of national sovereignty and the challenges of maintaining religious distinctiveness in a foreign context. Through a critical analysis of the text's themes, language, and symbolic actions, the study explores the ways in which religious narratives are employed to negotiate issues of power, identity, and community cohesion. The research contributes to a deeper understanding of the dynamics between faith and politics in exilic literature, offering insights into the strategies used by religious leaders to address crises of authority and cultural dislocation.