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Record Number: 5713 Author(s)/Creator(s): Anlezark , Daniel Contributor(s): Title: An Ideal Marriage: Abraham and Sarah in Old English Literature [The author analyzes passages in "Genesis A" and in Aelfric's writings concerning the complex relationship between Sarah and Abraham. This includes Abraham's sexual relationship with Sarah's servant, Hagar, and the unlikely promise from God that Sarah will bear an heir. Both Aelfric and the "Genesis A" author are anxious to maintain Abraham's sanctity and emphasize Sarah's obedience. Title note supplied by Feminae.]. Source: Medium Aevum 69, 2 ( 2000): Pages 187 - 210. Description: Article Type: Journal Article Subject (See Also): Abraham (Biblical Figure) in Literature Ælfric, Abbot of Eynsham Genesis A, Old English Poem Literature- Verse Marriage in Literature Sarah (Biblical Figure) in Literature Award Note: Geographic Area: British Isles Century: 8- 9- 10- 11 Primary Evidence: Illustrations: Table: Abstract: Related Resources: Author's Affiliation: Trinity College, Dublin Conference Info: - , - Year of Publication: 2000. Language: English ISSN/ISBN: 00258385

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