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Mesopotamian Suilla Prayers to Ea, Marduk, and Nabu: Exegetical Studies
Author(s): Joel H. Hunt (Author)
- Publisher: Edwin Mellen Press Ltd
- Publication Date: 1 April 2010
- Language: English
- Print length: 268 pages
- ISBN-10: 0773436529
- ISBN-13: 9780773436527
Book Description
This book focuses on the hymnic introductions of these multipurpose prays as theological texts in their own right. The introductory formulae of Suilla prayers seek to secure the deity’s attention and favor, and lift the worshiper into the presence of one perceived capable of lending aid.
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This book focuses on the hymnic introductions of these multipurpose prays as theological texts in their own right. The introductory formulae of Suilla prayers seek to secure the deity’s attention and favor, and lift the worshiper into the presence of one perceived capable of lending aid.
About the Author
Dr.Hunt was educated at Roberts Wesleyan College, Asbury Theological Seminary, and Brandeis University, where he received his Ph.D.. He has taught at Azusa Pacific University and Fuller Theological Seminary. He is an independent researcher at the Department of Middle East, The British Museum, London.
