Saul as a Just Judge in Josephus’ Antiquities of the Jews

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  • Michael Avioz

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5508/jhs.2008.v8.a18

Abstract

This essay reconsiders Louis Feldman's assertion that Josephus characterized Saul as a king who administered justice. This assertion is examined against the narratives in 1 Samuel 14 and 22. My conclusion is that Josephus did not praise Saul for being a just king. In this regard, his  characterization of Saul is consistent with the biblical narratives in 1 Samuel 14 and 22, which denounce Saul for being a negative model of the king as supreme judge.

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Published

2008-12-31

How to Cite

Avioz, M. (2008). Saul as a Just Judge in Josephus’ Antiquities of the Jews. The Journal of Hebrew Scriptures, 8. https://doi.org/10.5508/jhs.2008.v8.a18

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