Although the tribe of Benjamin usually has been considered a relatively minor member of the Israelite tribal coalition, it actually exercised substantial cultic and political influence. Through an analysis of archaeological data and biblical traditions regarding cultic sites located within the tribal area of Benjamin, this study emphasizes Benjamin's prominence during the Iron I and II periods (1200-586 BCE). Although "high places" and other religious sites were found throughout Israel and Judah, those in Benjamin played a dominant role. Early biblical traditions suggest that Benjamin struggled with Levi for control of the cult. Later traditions indicate that the Benjaminites, through their shrines, may have continued to lead the opposition against the Levites. Scott Langston explores the implications of such a role in relation to certain biblical passages such as the rape of the Levite's concubine and David's attempts at centralization in Jerusalem.
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Uncovering Biblical Benjamin's Silent, Secret Past,
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This review is from: Cultic Sites in the Tribe of Benjamin (American University Studies. Series VII. Theology and Religion) (Hardcover)
An Associate Professor of Old Testament studies at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Langston takes readers of "Cultic Sites in the Tribe of Benjamin" for an in-depth look at the strong religious role the ancient tribe of Benjamin played in biblical history before and during the period of Israel's monarchy. The author examines the varied and often uncertain Hebrew terminology behind the cultic references of the Old Testament, seeking to align textual "remains" with corresponding archaeological context. Langston's careful analysis of the archaeological sites in geographic Benjamin contains a wealth of material for scholars, Bible students, and interested laymen alike. Readers will appreciate the author's skillful, thought-provoking text and carefully-crafted analysis of what otherwise could have been a difficult and ponderous topic. Langston's study belongs on the shelf of everyone interested in the formative period of Israel's religious experience.
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