I just came across this article:
Botica, Aurelian. “Philo of Alexandria and the Epistle to the Hebrews on the Concept of the Spiritualization of the Cult.” Perichoresis 21, Supplement 1 (2023): 40–66.
Abstract:
"The Epistle to the Hebrews contains one of the most unique Greek
lexicology and syntax of all the New Testament writings. Behind syntax,
however, there lies a very profound theological vision on topics such as
Christ, Temple, holiness, perseverance, and salvation. While studying
Hebrews against the background of Graeco-Roman culture, the source most
contemporary scholars mention as being closest to the world of Hebrews
in this context is Philo of Alexandria. Not only on philological
grounds, but also in matters of methods of interpreting the Old
Testament cult and in theology, Hebrews and Philo share a very common
background. Analyzing the Epistle to the Hebrews comparatively, we are
bound to ask whether or not comparisons such as these are warranted. In
the following study, we will state the state of the problem and then
examine the two sources that seem to have served as a source of
inspiration for the author of Hebrews: the Old Testament and Philo of
Alexandria. We will focus exclusively on the issues of the method of
allegory and the spiritualization/reinterpretation of Old Testament
cultic entities since both Philo and Hebrews are characterized by these
concerns. In essence, we will want to know who or what served as the
most plausible source of inspiration for the author of Hebrews in the
particular area of the reinterpretation of the Old Testament cult."
I will add it to the articles page .
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