How in Ancient Times They Sacrificed People: Human Immolation in the Eastern Mediterranean Basin with Special Emphasis on Ancient Israel and the Near East by Jason R. Tatlock A dissertation submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Near Eastern Studies) in The University of Michigan 2006 Doctoral Committee: Associate Professor Brian B. Schmidt, Chair Professor Gary Beckman Associate Professor Gabriele Boccaccini Associate Professor Yaron Z. Eliav Associate Professor Philip C. Schmitz, Eastern Michigan University