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Celsus · 08-15-2004, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MysteryProf

Since I've only read Friedman, could someone please tell me: Is it specific versions of the documentary hypothesis that come under attack by legit scholars or is it the documentary hypothesis altogether? I can't get an idea of how well-accepted the idea of multiple authors is among scholars. Friedman's book made a lot of sense to me, though, I have to say.

You'll have to tell me what you mean by "Documentary Hypothesis" then. Multiple sources in the Pentateuch are undeniable, if that's what you're asking.

Joel

MysteryProf · 08-16-2004, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Celsus

Multiple sources in the Pentateuch are undeniable, if that's what you're asking.

Yeah, that's what I wanted to know. Usually all multiple source theories get referred to as "documentary hypothesis" in the sources I have acquired for myself, so I apologize for my lack of clarity. My question was whether specific multiple-source hypotheses or the idea of multiple authors in general took heat from non-evangelical scholars, so your answer works. Thanks again!

Celsus · 08-17-2004, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by MysteryProf

Yeah, that's what I wanted to know. Usually all multiple source theories get referred to as "documentary hypothesis" in the sources I have acquired for myself, so I apologize for my lack of clarity. My question was whether specific multiple-source hypotheses or the idea of multiple authors in general took heat from non-evangelical scholars, so your answer works. Thanks again!

My latest post in that thread explores some problems with J, if you're interested, and perhaps help explain what is meant by a "crisis".

Joel

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