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The Binding of Isaac
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Albo’s unique conception of choice can be uncovered in his individual exegetical discussions throughout Sefer ha-‘Iqqarim. In his homiletical approach to the enigmatic narrative of the binding of Isaac, Albo illustrates his nuanced philosophical position on free choice. The ambiguous nature of the episode in Genesis 22 gives rise to philosophical problems regarding theological determinism. Interpreters question Abraham’s ability to freely choose to carry out God’s command and whether or not God knew Abraham would pass the test. Albo innovatively interprets the narrative, promoting his own conception of free choice as he extols Abraham for choosing freely to obey without coercion by the divine imperative.
Title: The Binding of Isaac
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Albo’s unique conception of choice can be uncovered in his individual exegetical discussions throughout Sefer ha-‘Iqqarim.
In his homiletical approach to the enigmatic narrative of the binding of Isaac, Albo illustrates his nuanced philosophical position on free choice.
The ambiguous nature of the episode in Genesis 22 gives rise to philosophical problems regarding theological determinism.
Interpreters question Abraham’s ability to freely choose to carry out God’s command and whether or not God knew Abraham would pass the test.
Albo innovatively interprets the narrative, promoting his own conception of free choice as he extols Abraham for choosing freely to obey without coercion by the divine imperative.
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