Heavenly priesthood in the Apocalypse of Abraham /
Andrei A. Orlov.
- 1 online resource (xii, 214 pages)
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Sanctuaries. The anthropomorphism of the earthly Temple: the idols of Terah's family -- The aniconism of the celestial Temple: the abode of the divine voice -- The corporealism of the demonic Temple: the kavod of Azazel -- Rituals. The priestly settings of the text: the Yom Kippur ceremony -- The transformation of the celebrants -- The mysteries of the throne room.