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Shlomo Sela – Astrology and Biblical Exegesis in the Thought of Abraham Ibn Ezra. Bar-Ilan University Press, 1999. - Astrology and Biblical Exegesis in the Thought of Abraham Ibn Ezra, by Dr. Shlomo Sela. Bar-Ilan University Press, Ramat Gan, 1999. An important scholarly study examining the role of astrology in the intellectual world of Abraham Ibn Ezra (1089–1164) and its influence on his biblical exegesis. Drawing on Ibn Ezra’s Hebrew and Latin writings as well as Jewish, Arabic, and classical sources, the author explores the relationship between medieval science, astrology, and biblical interpretation. Widely regarded as a foundational contribution to the study of Ibn Ezra’s scientific and exegetical thought.   Details: * Author: Dr. Shlomo Sela * Publisher: Bar-Ilan University Press * Place of publication: Ramat Gan, Israel * Year: 1999 * Hardcover with original dust jacket * 420 pages * Size: 24.5 × 18 cm * Weight: approx. 950 g * Language: Hebrew Condition: Very good overall.