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Biblical Perspectives on Dogs by eyoel is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document discusses the position and role of dogs in biblical discourse. It notes that dogs are not depicted as domestic animals or pets in the Bible, but rather occupy a middle ground between wild animals and those useful to humans. Dogs are described as scavenging in packs. Paul warns the Philippians to "beware of dogs", using dogs metaphorically to refer to malicious enemies. The document examines other biblical references to dogs and how they were generally considered lowly animals.
- Author
- eyoel
- Language
- EN