Saul as a Just Judge in Josephus’ Antiquities of the Jews
AbstractThis 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.
How to Cite
Avioz, M. (2008). Saul as a Just Judge in Josephus’ Antiquities of the Jews. The Journal of Hebrew Scriptures, 8. Retrieved from https://journals.library.ualberta.ca/jhs/index.php/jhs/article/view/6216