The Old Testament: A Concise Introduction (Strawn Brent A.)(Paperback)

The Old Testament: A Concise Introduction (Strawn Brent A.)(Paperback)

This concise volume introduces readers to the three main sections of the Hebrew Bible (Tanakh) and to the biblical books found in each. It is organized around two primary stories: the story that scholars tell about the Old Testament and the story the literature itself tells. Concluding with a

The Old Testament Is Dying: A Diagnosis and Recommended Treatment (Strawn Brent A.)(Paperback)

The Old Testament constitutes the majority of the Christian Bible and provides much of the language of Christian faith. However, many churches tend to neglect this crucial part of Scripture. This timely book details a number of ways the Old Testament is showing signs of decay, demise, and imminent

An Introduction to the Old Testament, Third Edition: The Canon and Christian Imagination (Brueggemann Walter)(Paperback)

In this updated edition of the popular textbook An Introduction to the Old Testament, Walter Brueggemann and Tod Linafelt introduce the reader to the broad theological scope of the Old Testament, treating some of the most important issues and methods in contemporary biblical interpretation. This

Old Norse - Old Icelandic: Concise Introduction to the Language of the Sagas (Byock Jesse)(Paperback)

Seven Events That Shaped the New Testament World (Carter Warren)(Paperback)

This useful, concise introduction to the worlds around the New Testament focuses on seven key moments in the centuries before and after Jesus. It enlightens readers about the beginnings of the Christian movement, showing how religious, political, and economic factors were interwoven in the fabric

The Great Themes of Scripture Old Testament (Rohr Richard)(Paperback)

'If the Old Testament is a puzzle to you, this introduction will not only throw open its riches but also draw you into its divine drama.' --'Book

The Old Testament: A Historical, Theological, and Critical Introduction (Hess Richard S.)(Pevná vazba)

A Respected Scholar Introduces Students to the Discipline of Old Testament StudiesRichard Hess, a trusted scholar of the Old Testament and the ancient Near East, offers a substantial introduction to the Old Testament that is accessibly written and informed by the latest biblical scholarship. Hess

Judges and Ruth - An Introduction and Commentary (Evans Mary (Author))(Paperback / softback)

New commentary on the Old Testament

Ecclesiastes - An Introduction And Commentary (Heim Professor Knut Martin (Author))(Paperback / softback)

New commentary on the Old Testament

Isaiah - An Introduction And Commentary (Wegner Professor Paul D)(Paperback / softback)

New commentary on the Old Testament prophetic

An Introduction to the Old Testament Prophetic Books (Bullock C. Hassell)(Pevná vazba)

The Old Testament prophets spoke to Israel in times of historical and moral crisis. They saw themselves as being part of a story that God was weaving throughout history--a story of repentance, encouragement, and a coming Messiah. In this updated introductory book, each major and minor prophet and

1 and 2 Samuel - An Introduction And Commentary (Long V Philips (Reader))(Paperback / softback)

New commentary on the Old Testament

Exodus: Tyndale Old Testament Commentary (Cole R. Alan)(Paperback)

Exodus, Cole says, is 'the centre of the Old Testament'. It recounts the supreme Old Testament example of the saving acts of God, narrates the instituting of Passover and enshrines the giving of God's law. It portrays Moses, the prototype of all Israel's prophets, and Aaron, the first high

Old Testament Textual Criticism: A Practical Introduction (Brotzman Ellis R.)(Paperback)

A Readable, Updated Introduction to Textual CriticismThis accessibly written, practical introduction to Old Testament textual criticism helps students understand the discipline and begin thinking through complex issues for themselves. The authors combine proven expertise in the classroom with

Old Testament Introduction: Text, Interpretation, Structure, Themes (Routledge Robin)(Pevná vazba)

The Old Testament is part of the canon of Christian Scripture and, as such, has continuing significance for the church. However, the writings are set within a different historical era, a different culture and a different religious context. To understand the Old Testament in a meaningful way, it

Joel and Amos - An Introduction And Commentary (Hadjiev Dr Tchavdar (Author))(Paperback / softback)

New commentary on the Old Testament prophetic

Introducing the Apocrypha: Message, Context, and Significance (deSilva David A.)(Paperback)

This comprehensive, up-to-date introduction to the Old Testament apocryphal books summarizes their context, message, and significance. The first edition has been very well reviewed and widely adopted. It is the most substantial introduction to the Apocrypha available and has become a standard

Genesis - An Introduction And Commentary (Kidner Derek)(Paperback / softback)

Reissue of a classic Old Testament

How to Read the Old Testament (Charpentier Etienne)(Paperback / softback)

Bestselling illustrated guide to the books of the Old Testament which aims to familiarize the reader with the subject without overwhelming him/her with a mass of

Exploring the Old Testament: A Guide to the Prophets (McConville J. Gordon)(Paperback)

Exploring the Old Testament: A Guide to the Prophets considers the often misunderstood prophetic books of the Old Testament, including an exploration of their historical context, their artful use of language and their place within the chorus of Old Testament voices. This critically informed and

A Catholic Introduction to the Bible: The Old Testament (Pitre Brant)(Pevná vazba)

Although many Catholics are familiar with the four Gospels and other writings of the New Testament, for most, reading the Old Testament is like walking into a foreign land. Who wrote these forty-six books? When were they written? Why were they written? What are we to make of their laws, stories,

On the Reliability of the Old Testament (Kitchen K. A.)(Paperback)

For more than two hundred years controversy has raged over the reliability of the Old Testament. Questions about the factuality of its colorful stories of heroes, villains, and kings, for example, have led many critics to see the entire Hebrew Bible as little more than pious fiction. In this

Discovering Isaiah - Content, interpretation, reception (Abernethy Andrew (Author))(Paperback / softback)

Discovering Isaiah is a comprehensive, up-to-date introduction to the Old Testament book of Isaiah, offering commentary on structure, content and interpretation that is ideal for students of

The Hebrew Bible as Literature: A Very Short Introduction (Linafelt Tod)(Paperback)

The Hebrew Bible, or Christian Old Testament, contains some of the finest literature that we have. This biblical literature has a place not only in the synagogue or the church but also among the classics of world literature. The stories of Jacob and David, for instance, present the earliest