Creatures and Clans: The Role of Animal Imagery in Genesis 49.

This article delves into the symbolic significance of animals in the blessings of Jacob, particularly focusing on Genesis 49:1-28. It explores the nuanced portrayal of various animals and their characteristics, shedding light on the author’s keen observation of nature and its integration into the bi...

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Publicado en:Between the Species: A Journal for the Study of Philosophy & Animals Vol. 28; no. 1; pp. 16 - 63
Autor principal: Szarycz, Gregory S.
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Publicado: Between the Species Summer2025
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