The Kenite Origin of the Sotah Prescription (Numbers 5:11-31) (original) (raw)
Nissim Amzallagvisibility
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This discussion explores the origins of the Sotah prescription as found in Numbers 5:11-31, proposing a Kenite influence in its formulation. The analysis situates the ritual within its cultural and historical context, highlighting the interplay between ancient Israelite practices and the broader Ancient Near Eastern traditions, particularly in relation to concepts of purity, jealousy, and divine judgment.