For Abraham So Loved God That He Gave His Only Son. The Akedah: Images of Fatherhood, Faith, and Future Hope

Abraham’s obedient response to the divine command of Genesis 22 has implications for his role as a father, patriarch, and covenant partner with Yahweh. The significance of Abraham’s choice in light of his various roles will be examined in the context of works such as Kierkegaard’s Fear and Trembling, and Moses Maimonides’ Guide of the Perplexed as well as other historical Jewish literature. A critique of Abraham’s faith and the ethical concerns of his choice will also be given. The offering of Isaac will be discussed in relation to Christ’s death and resurrection.Master of Arts (MA