Retelling the Law

Through critical intertextual research, this work argues that Deuteronomy is a hypertextual reworking of Ezekiel, while Genesis and Exodus-Numbers are reworkings of Deuteronomy, and Samuel-Kings is a Judaean adaptation of Deuteronomy. This analysis challenges the existence of traditional sources of the Pentateuch, asserting it as an Israelite creation rather than a Judaean one. The findings suggest significant implications for interfaith dialogue among monotheistic civilizations and potential peace efforts in the Holy Land.