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Book SynopsisA unique translation of the New Testament which balances scholarly accuracy and living, spirit-filled words.

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Book SynopsisWilliam Tyndale's 16th-century translation of the New Testament into English from its original Greek resulted in his being hunted down and burnt at the stake for blasphemy. This work of pioneering scholarship formed the basis of all subsequent bibles until after World War I.Trade Review"This volume deserves wide circulation."—Library Journal"Amid the plethora of contemporary English translations, Tyndale's still stands out as powerfully and vigorously attractive."—ADRIS Newsletter"Tyndale's prose is not only refreshing for us in reading such a distanced and over-used passage such as 1 Cor.13, but as material read out loud, and better, to learn by heart, it could stock heart and mind in a valuable way."—Ann Loades, Listener"For Dr. Daniell, Tyndale rather than the Authorised Version is the true source of the English Bible. Anyone can now test this claim for themselves by reading this splendid book."—Joseph Robinson, Church Times "Daniell [provides a] very fine Introduction to this beautiful volume."—Donald Coggan, Theology“Tyndale's translation of the first five books of the Old Testament is a monument to faith, courage and determination.”—Loyd Grossman, The Week

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Book SynopsisThe Oxford Bible Commentary is an exciting new ecumenical verse-by-verse commentary on the whole Bible, including all the books of the Apocrypha, for use by Christians, Jews, and members of other religious traditions, or of none. 1.5 million words long, it has been written by a team of internationally respected biblical scholars chosen for their expertise and ability to communicate rather than for their adherence to any particular faith. Now available in paperback, the Oxford Bible Commentary will provide the one-volume resource for the Bible for the 21st century.Trade ReviewA very fine work and a useful addition to any study bookshelf. * Church Review *[A] magnificent, supremely scholarly volume. Indispensible to clergy, lay preachers, students, adult members of congregations and those just interested in the Bible as literature, it provides an up to date, clear, verse by verse explanation of all the books of the Old Testament, the New Testament and the Apocrypha... After carefully examining this brilliant authoritative volume, I unreservedly recommend it to anyone who wishes to understand the Bible more fully. * Ronald S. Mallone, Day by Day *

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Book SynopsisThe Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and theological evidence. The result is judicious and balanced insight into the meanings of the text in the framework of biblical theology. These widely acclaimed commentaries serve as exceptional resources for the professional theologian and instructor, the seminary or university student, the working minister, and everyone concerned with building theological understanding from a solid base of biblical scholarship.Overview of Commentary Organization Introduction—covers issues pertaining to the whole book, including context, date, authorship, composition, interpretive issues, purpose, and theology. Each section of the commentary includes: Pericope Bibliography—a helpful resource containing the mos

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Book SynopsisThe NIV Application Commentary helps readers with the vital task of bringing the ancient message of the Bible into a contemporary context. It gives preachers and teachers the tools, ideas, and insights they need to communicate God’s Word with the same powerful impact it had when it was first written.Trade Review“At a time when many pastors are deeply in need of inspiration and encouragement, these volumes… would be a good investment for congregations, even if it means adding a line to the annual budget.” * Christianity Today *“Here at last is a commentary which is not only academically well informed but which helps that commentary reader hear God’s Word and consider its implications; scholarship in service of the Church.” * Arthur Rowe, Spurgeon’s College *“If you want to avoid hanging applicational elephants from interpretational threads, then the NIV Application Commentary is for you! This series excels at both original meaning and contemporary significance. I support it one hundred percent.” * Howard G. Hendricks, Dallas Theological Seminary *“It is encouraging to find a commentary that is not only biblically trustworthy but also contemporary in its application. The NIV Application Commentary series will prove to be a helpful tool in the pastor’s sermon preparation. I use it and recommend it.” * Charles F. Stanley, Pastor, First Baptist Church of Atlanta *“It takes more than interpretation of God's Word to change lives, it takes application. Application is the bottom line in preaching and teaching. Without it, we’ve missed the point of the Bible. The NIV Application Commentary is an outstanding resource for pastors and anyone else who is serious about developing ‘doers of the Word.’” * Rick Warren, Pastor, Saddleback Valley Community Church *“The NIV Application Commentary builds bridges that make the Bible come alive with meaning for contemporary life--and the series do so concisely, clearly, and accurately. No wasted words or academic detours--just solid help and practical truth.” * Warren W. Weirsbe *“The NIV Application Commentary dares to go where few scholars have gone before---into the real world of biblical application faced by pastor and teachers every day. This is everything a good commentary series should be.” * Leith Anderson, Pastor, Wooddale Church *“The NIV Application Commentary is a magnificent gift to the church!” * Dr. R. Kent Hughes, Pastor, College Church, Wheaton, Illinois *“The NIV Application Commentary meets the urgent need for an exhaustive and authoritative commentary based on the New International Version. This series will soon be found in libraries and studies throughout the entire evangelical community.” * Dr. James Kennedy, PhD, Senior Minister, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church *“The NIV Application Commentary series doesn’t fool around: It gets right down to business, bringing this ancient and powerful Word of God into the present so that it can be heard and delivered with all the freshness of a new day, with all the immediacy of a friend’s embrace.” * Eugene Peterson *“The NIV Application Commentary series helps pastors and other Bible teachers with one of the most neglected elements of good preaching---accurate, useful application. Most commentaries tell you a few things that are helpful and much that you do not need to know. By dealing with the original meaning and contemporary significance of each passage, the NIV Application Commentary series promises to be helpful all the way around.” * Dr. James Montgomery Boice, Tenth Presbyterian Church *“The NIV Application Commentary series promises to be of great service to all who preach and teach the Word of God.” * J. I. Packer, Regent College *“The NIV Application Commentary series will be a great help for readers who want to understand what the Bible means, how it applies, and what they should do in response.” * Stuart Briscoe, Pastor, Elmbrook Church *“This series promises to become an indispensable tool for every pastor and teacher who seeks to make the Bible’s timeless message speak to this generation.” * Billy Graham *“This is the pulpit commentary for the 21st Century” * George K. Brushaber, President, Bethel College & Seminary *

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The Blue Parakeet is author Scot McKnight’s compelling statement of how to read the Bible in a new evangelical generation. In reexamining the Bible, McKnight provides an exciting “New Way” that appeals to the millions in today’s church who long to be authentic Christians but don’t consider themselves theologically conservative or liberal.

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Book SynopsisFor many years now, the topic of the New Testament canon has been the main focus of my research and writing. It is an exciting field of study that probes into questions that have long fascinated both scholars and laymen alike, namely when and how these 27 books came to be regarded as a new scriptural deposit. But, the story of the New Testament canon is bigger than just the "when" and the "how". It is also, and perhaps most fundamentally, about the "why". Why did Christians have a canon at all? Does the canon exist because of some later decision or action of the second- or third-century church? Or did it arise more naturally from within the early Christian faith itself? Was the canon an extrinsic phenomenon, or an intrinsic one? These are the questions this book is designed to address. And these are not micro questions, but macro ones. They address foundational and paradigmatic issues about the way we view the canon. They force us to consider the larger framework through which we conduct our research - whether we realized we had such a framework or not. Of course, we are not the first to ask such questions about why we have a canon. Indeed, for many scholars this question has already been settled. The dominant view today, as we shall see below, is that the New Testament is an extrinsic phenomenon; a later ecclesiastical development imposed on books originally written for another purpose. This is the framework through which much of modern scholarship operates. And it is the goal of this volume to ask whether it is a compelling one. To be sure, it is no easy task challenging the status quo in any academic field. But, we should not be afraid to ask tough questions. Likewise, the consensus position should not be afraid for them to be asked.

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Book SynopsisFeaturing a commentary on Leviticus, this trilogy explains ethical values concealed in Israel's rituals. It brings us to the end of the book and its innovations, among which are the evolution of the festival calendar with its focus on folk traditions, and the jubilee, the priestly answer to the socio-economic problems of their time.

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Book SynopsisDavis brings cultural and historical colour to the task of interpreting one of the most studied parts of the Bible. The lessons in 2 Samuel from the life of Israel, and David in particular, have obvious modern parallels. Davis writes with a pastor’s heart AND the incisive brain of a respected theologian specialising in the Old Testament texts.Trade Review"Writers will say, Why can't I write like that? Scholars, Why am I not so well read? Expositors, Why didn't I see it all like that too? And readers will join in unanimous praise for a great feast of biblical truth made so digestible, garnished with so many apt illustrations and always focused on the God of all Grace. I have lost count of the number of titbits transferred to my notebooks for future use!" -- Alec Motyer ((1924–2016) Well known Bible expositor and commentary writer)"He combines the depth of understanding of a thorough-going Old Testament scholar with the breadth of insight of a biblical theologian and the perception of a preacher well used to addressing contemporary audiences to provide us with a commentary that brings the preaching potential of these books to life." -- Mark Johnston, Banner of Truth Magazine (Minister, Bethel Presbyterian Church, Cardiff, Wales)"Such sensitivity to the biblical theology of the text is a crucial correction to much of modern exposition...Reading the commentary is itself a devotional exercise." -- John W. Hilder in the Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society on Davis' commentary writing skills.... merits a five-star rating. This book is everything a commentary ought to be... preachers, Bible group leaders and belivers eager to understand 2 Samuel should sell their shirt to purchase this excellent commentary!H -- The Banner of Truth Magazine

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Book Synopsis'The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.' 'Thy word is a lamp to my feet.' 'Search me, O God, and know my heart!' Such phrases leap to mind each time a Christian lifts his heart to God. For many, in fact, the Psalms are the richest part of the Old Testament. Derek Kidner provides a fresh and penetrating guide to Psalms 1 - 72. He analyses each psalm in depth, comments on interpretative questions and brings out the universal relevance of the texts. He also gives special help on the psalmists' cries for vengeance. Together with its companion volume (Psalms 73 - 150), both of which were formerly part of the Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries series, this introduction and commentary will inspire and deepen personal worship.

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Book SynopsisThis . . . is a brilliant work. Choice[Sternberg] has written a very important book, both for his comprehensiveness and for the clearly-avowed faith stance from which he understands and interprets the strategies of the biblical narratives. . . . a superb overview . . . Theological Studies . . . rated very highly indeed. It is a book to read and then reread. Modern Language Review . . . Sternberg has accomplished an enormous task, enriching our understanding of the theoretical basis of biblical narrative and giving us insight into a remarkable number of particular texts. Journal of the American Academy of Religion . . . an important book for those who seek to take the Bible seriously as a literary work because it shows, more clearly and emphatically than any book I know, that the Bible is a serious literary worka text manifesting a highly sophisticated and successful narrative poetics. Adele Berlin, ProoftextsTrade Review"This ... is a brilliant work." Choice "[Sternberg] has written a very important book, both for his comprehensiveness and for the clearly-avowed faith stance from which he understands and interprets the strategies of the biblical narratives... a superb overview ... " Theological Studies " ... rated very highly indeed. It is a book to read and then reread." Modern Language Review " ... Sternberg has accomplished an enormous task, enriching our understanding of the theoretical basis of biblical narrative and giving us insight into a remarkable number of particular texts." Journal of the American Academy of Religion " ... an important book for those who seek to take the Bible seriously as a literary work because it shows, more clearly and emphatically than any book I know, that the Bible is a serious literary work - a text manifesting a highly sophisticated and successful narrative poetics." Adele Berlin, ProoftextsTable of ContentsPreface1. Literary Text, Literary Approach: Getting the Questions StraightDiscourse and SourceFiction and HistoryForm and DoctrineThe Drama of Reading2. Narrative Models3. Ideology of Narration and Narration of Ideology Omniscience Charged and Monopolized: The Epistemological RevolutionThe Omnipotence Effect: Control Claimed and Disclaimed4. Viewpoints and InterpretationsPoint of View and Its Biblical ConfigurationThe Wooing of RebekahPositions and Discrepancies EstablishedThe Movement form Divergence to Convergence of PerspectivesNew Tensions and Final Resolution5. The Play of PerspectivesNarrator vs. GodNarrator and Reader vs. God and Characters Spheres of CommunicationThree Reading PositionsFrom Plot to PerspectiveFrom Ignorance to KnowledgePrivilege and Performance6. Gaps, Ambiquity and the Reading ProcessThe Literary Work as a System of GapsThe Story of David and Bathsheba: On the Narrator's Reticence and OmissionsThe Ironic ExpositionWhat Is the King Doing in the City?Uriah the Hittite Recalled to JerusalemDoes Uriah Know about His Wife's Doings? The Twofold HypothesisWhat Does David Think That Uriah Thinks? The Three-Way HypothesisHow Joab Fails to Carry Out David's OrderThe Analogy to the Story of Abimelech and the WomanOn Mutually Exclusive Systems of Gap-Filling: Turning the Screws of Henry James and Others7. Between the Truth and the Whole TruthFoolproof Composition in AmbiguityThe Relevance of AbsenceTemporary and Permanent GappingThe Echoing InterrogativeOpposition in JuxtapositionCoherence Threatened and FortifiedNorms and Their ViolationsFrom Gapping to Closure: The Functions of Ambiguity8. Temporal Discontinuity, Narrative Interest, and the Emergence of MeaningSuspense and the Dynamics of ProspectionThe Pros and Cons of Suspense in the BibleModes of Shaping the Narrative FutureDarkness in Light, or: Zigzagging toward Sisera's EndCuriosity and the Dynamics of RetrospectionJoseph and His Brothers: Making Sense of the PastSurprise and the Dynamics of Recognition9. Proleptic PortraitsCharacter and Characterization: From Divine to HumanWhy the Truth about Character Does Not SufficeThe Art of the Proleptic EpithetEpithets and the Rule of Forward-looking Exposition10. Going from Surface to DepthCharacter as Action, Character in ActionThe Composition of Character and the Limits of Metonymic InferenceOld Age in GenesisGood Looks in Samuel11. The Structure of Repetition: Strategies of Informational RedundancySimilarity Patterns and the Structure of RepetitionFormulaic Convention or Functional Principle?Constant and Variable FactorsVerbatim RepetitionRepetition with Variation: Forms and Functions of DevianceRepetition and Communication: Pharah's DreamBasic Axes and Natural CombinationsFrom Natural to Functional CombinationsDeliberate Variation: (Figural) Rhetoric within (Narratorial) RhetoricGeneric Transformation into ParablePermutations and Some ComplicationsRepetition and Narrative Art: Some General Consequences12. The Art of PersusionPersuading in the Court of ConscienceDelicate Balance in the Rape of DinahThe Rhetorical Repertoire13. Ideology, Rhetoric, PoeticsJustifying the Ways of God to Man: Saul's RejectionDancing in ChainsDialogue as Pressure, Variations as JudgmentConvergence with Belated Discovery: Rhetorical OverkillNotesIndex

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Book SynopsisThis thoroughly updated and expanded third edition of The Formation of the Christian Biblical Canon represents a fresh attempt to understand some of the perplexing questions related to the origins and canonicity of the Bible.

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Book SynopsisFor over 50 years students, professors, clergy, and general readers have relied on The New Oxford Annotated Bible as an unparalleled authority in Study Bibles. This fifth edition of the Annotated remains the best way to study and understand the Bible at home or in the classroom. This thoroughly revised and substantially updated edition contains the best scholarship informed by recent discoveries and anchored in the solid Study Bible tradition. Introductions and extensive annotations for each book by acknowledged experts in the field provide context and guidance. Introductory essays on major groups of biblical writings - Pentateuch, Prophets, Gospels, and other sections - give readers an overview that guides more intensive study. General essays on history, translation matters, different canons in use today, and issues of daily life in biblical times inform the reader of important aspects of biblical study. Maps and diagrams within the text contextualize where events took place and how to understand them. Color maps give readers the geographical orientation they need for understanding historical accounts throughout the Bible. Timelines, parallel texts, weights and measures, calendars, and other helpful tables help navigate the biblical world. An extensive glossary of technical terms demystifies the language of biblical scholarship. An index to the study materials eases the way to the quick location of information.The New Oxford Annotated Bible, with seventeen new essays and introductions and others--as well as annotations--fully revised, offers the reader flexibility for any learning style. Beginning with a specific passage or a significant concept, finding information for meditation, sermon preparation, or academic study is straightforward and intuitive.A volume that users will want to keep for continued reference, The New Oxford Annotated Bible continues the Oxford University Press tradition of providing excellence in scholarship for the general reader. Generations of users attest to its status as the best one-volume Bible reference tool for any home, library, or classroom.Table of ContentsIntroduction to the Pentateuch: Marc Z. Brettler Introductions and Annotations Genesis: David Carr Exodus: Carol Meyers Leviticus: Jeffrey Stackert Numbers: Thomas B. Dozeman Deuteronomy: Bernard M. Levinson Introduction to the Historical Books: Marc Z. Brettler Introductions and Annotations Joshua: K. Lawson Younger, Jr. Judges: Gregory Mobley Ruth: Yair Zakovitch 1, 2 Samuel: Steven L. McKenzie 1, 2 Kings: Thomas Römer 1, 2 Chronicles: Gary N. Knoppers Ezra, Nehemiah: Tamara Cohn Eskenazi Esther: Mary Joan Winn Leith Introduction to the Poetical and Wisdom Books: Marc Z. Brettler Introductions and Annotations Job: David J. A. Clines Psalms: Richard J. Clifford Proverbs: Christine Roy Yoder Ecclesiastes: Davis Hankins and Brennan W. Breed Song of Solomon: J. Cheryl Exum Introduction to the Prophetic Books: Julia M. O'Brien Isaiah: Marvin A. Sweeney Jeremiah: Louis Stulman Lamentations: Adele Berlin Ezekiel: Stephen L. Cook Daniel: Amy C. Merrill Willis Hosea, Amos, Micah: Gregory Mobley Joel, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi: David L. Petersen Obadiah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah: Julia M. O'Brien Jonah: Yair Zakovitch Introduction to the Apocryphal/Deuterocanonical Books: Carol A. Newsom Introductions and Annotations Tobit: Amy-Jill Levine Judith: Lawrence M. Wills Esther (Greek): Mary Joan Winn Leith Wisdom of Solomon: Michael Kolarcik Sirach: Benjamin G. Wright Baruch, Letter of Jeremiah: Matthew Goff Add Daniel (Azariah, Song of Three, Susanna, Bel): Amy C. Merrill Willis 1 Maccabees: John R. Bartlett 2 Maccabees: Daniel R. Schwartz 1 Esdras: Tamara Cohn Eskenazi Prayer of Manasseh: David Lambert Psalm 151: Judith H. Newman 3 Maccabees: John J. Collins 2 Esdras: Theodore A. Bergren 4 Maccabees: David A. de Silva Introduction to the Gospels: Pheme Perkins Introductions and Annotations Matthew: J. R. C. Cousland Mark: Suzanne Watts Henderson Luke: Marion L. Soards John: Colleen Conway Acts: Christopher R. Matthews Introduction to Letters/Epistles in the New Testament: Pheme Perkins Introductions and Annotations Romans: Ann Jervis 1 Corinthians: Laurence L. Welborn 2 Corinthians: Alexandra R. Brown Galatians: Emma Wasserman Ephesians, Colossians: Jennifer K. Berenson Philippians: Carolyn Osiek 1,2 Thessalonians: Richard S. Ascough The Pastoral Epistles, 1,2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon: Margaret M. Mitchell Hebrews: David A. de Silva James: Timothy B. Cargal 1 Peter: M. Eugene Boring 2 Peter, Jude: Terrance Callan 1,2,3 John: Pheme Perkins Revelation: Jean-Pierre Ruiz General Essays, Tables, Glossary, Index General Essays The Canons of the Bible: Marc Z. Brettler and Pheme Perkins Textual Criticism: Michael D. Coogan and Pheme Perkins The Languages of the Bible: Sidnie White Crawford Translation of the Bible into English: Michael D. Coogan and Pheme Perkins Interpretation The Hebrew Bible's Interpretation of Itself: Marc Z. Brettler The New Testament Interprets the Jewish Scriptures: Pheme Perkins Jewish Interpretation in the Premodern Era: Marc Z. Brettler Christian Interpretation in the Premodern Era: Carol A. Newsom The Interpretation of the Bible: From the Nineteenth to the Mid-Twentieth Centuries: Michael D. Coogan Contemporary Methods in Biblical Study: Carol A. Newsom The Geography of the Bible: Michael D. Coogan Cultural Contexts The Ancient Near East: Michael D. Coogan The Persian and Hellenistic Periods: Carol A. Newsom The Roman Period: Pheme Perkins Tables Timeline Chronological Table of Rulers Weights and Measures Time [includes Calendar] Parallel Texts [now including parallels from the Gospel of John] Translations of Ancient Texts Glossary Index to the Study Materials

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Book SynopsisThis substantive evangelical commentary on Romans by a leading biblical scholar is one of the most popular in the award-winning BECNT series and has been praised as a great preaching commentary. This new edition, updated and revised throughout, reflects Thomas Schreiner's mature thinking on various interpretive issues. As with all BECNT volumes, this commentary features the author's detailed interaction with the Greek text, extensive research, thoughtful verse-by-verse exegesis, and a user-friendly design. It admirably achieves the dual aims of the series--academic sophistication with pastoral sensitivity and accessibility--making it a useful tool for pastors, church leaders, students, and teachers.

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Book SynopsisThis 12-week study guide highlights God's continued care for his peoplebyproviding for them a king, part of God's enduring covenant with David leading to the KingJesus Christ.

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Book SynopsisThe ESV Study Bible, Personal Size compresses the features of the award-winning ESV Study Bible into a smaller size for easier carrying.

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Book SynopsisThe ESV Study Bible, Personal Size compresses nearly all the features of the award-winning ESV Study Bible into a smaller size for easier carrying.

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Book SynopsisThis ten-week study helps readers understand the book of Genesis through a christological, redemptive-historical lens. Book 1 in the Seeing Jesus in the Old Testament series.

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Book SynopsisThis volume of Bock's work looks particularly at the teachings of Christ, and at the Gospel of St Luke.Trade Review'The second volume does not disappoint, and as before, Emil Bock expounds to us an initiatory text. For those, like myself, who found much value in the first volume, this book has been worth waiting for.'--Inner Light, Vernal Equinox 2011.'For anyone interested in a deeper understanding of the gospels, this book is a treasure trove of insights and sheds more light on many familiar stories.'-- Scientific and Medical Network Review, Spring 2011

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Book SynopsisDig deeper into the Word with The Bible Recap Study Guide. Following a chronological Bible reading plan, it features reflection and research questions specific to each day's reading and space to write what you're learning.

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Book SynopsisGenesis is a book of origins: of the world, of sin, of God's promise of redemption, and of the people of Israel. It traces God's pledge of a Saviour through Abraham's line down to his great-grandson Judah. It is foundational for the New Testament and its teaching that Jesus is the fulfilment of God's promise to save humankind from sin and death. Andrew Steinmann's thorough exegetical commentary includes a reconstructed timeline of events from Abraham's life through to the death of Joseph.

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Book SynopsisThese helpful guides in the Cover to Cover series are ideal for group and individual study. Experience the reality of Bible events like never before and live through the inspiring lives of key characters in Scripture. Learn how to apply God's Word to your life as you explore seven compelling sessions and gain a new depth in your Bible knowledge. Strengthen your prayer life with a deeper understanding of how Jesus prayed Jesus was a man of prayer. Again and again we read of Him praying, from the moment of His baptism to His last, loud cry on the cross. But only six or so prayers of Jesus appear in the New Testament. Take a closer look at Jesus' prayers and you'll be surprised at the depth and breadth of what He prayed - and how He prayed.These seven sessions will help you to: Draw closer to the FatherPray Jesus' prayers effectively for yourself and othersPray the Jesus way in pain and in joy Icebreakers, Bible readings, eye openers, discussion starters, personal application make this a rich resource for group or individual study. Table of ContentsIntroduction Week 1 Abba Week 2 Prayers Jesus didn’t pray Week 3 The Lord’s Prayer Week 4 Blessing Week 5 Praying for Joy Week 6 Prayers in Pain Week 7 Prayer and Mission Leader’s Notes

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Book SynopsisClaim full gospel freedom as you encounter Christ's power in you.

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Book SynopsisThe books of 1 and 2 Kings cover the history of Israel from the last days of the united kingdom under David to the eventual fall of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah. Within these books, the deuteronomic code - 'doing what is right in the Lord's sight' - provides a framework by which monarchic history is measured. In the kings' cultic failures lies the apostasy of the nation and its eventual exile. This apostasy centres on Israel's commitment to worship YHWH exclusively, and to worship according to deuteronomistic norms within the Jerusalem temple as the locus of YHWH's covenant presence. To safeguard the kings' commitments, YHWH's prophets loom large in 1 and 2 Kings: they herald YHWH's purposes, warn of his judgment for apostasy and woo his people back to the full experience of covenant life. Lissa M. Wray Beal's valuable commentary examines the successes and failures of monarchy in the divided kingdoms. It works with the final form of the biblical text and pursues historiographical, narrative and theological questions, including the relation of each chapter's themes to biblical theology. While it focuses on theological and narrative concerns, the commentary gives due attention to complex historical issues. It seeks to provide a nuanced reading that is faithful to the text's message.Trade ReviewThis series rightly insists on rigorous scholarship but always in the service of the theology and message of the books of the Old Testament. Some outstanding scholars are signed up for this series and I look forward very much to having these commentaries on my shelves as they appear.' * Craig Bartholomew, Professor of Philosophy, Redeemer University College, Ontario *

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Book SynopsisWith A Chronological Guide to Bible Prophecy, Todd Hampson hopes to deepen your sense of awe and wonder for the Bible's inerrant accuracy while guiding you through a timeline of God's pledges to His people.

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Book SynopsisIn this 10-week Bible study for women, Lydia Brownback explores the themes of Jonahcompassion, mercy, patience, repentance, and sovereigntyto help readers understand God's relentless grace and his desire to save the lost.

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Book Synopsis‘Give thanks to YHWH, for he is good, for his covenant faithfulness endures for ever’ (Ps. 136:1; a.t.) There are now numerous models that seek to explain how the biblical covenants relate to one another. In an attempt to evaluate these models, James Hely Hutchinson mines the rich seams of the book of Psalms. After covering the key data on covenant relationships in Books 1–3 of the psalter, Hely Hutchinson considers the perplexity expressed in the pivotal Psalm 89: in the face of the exile, the promises to David appear to be null and void. The building blocks of the response lie with the first five books of the Bible, and chiefly with the inviolable character of the promises to Abraham (Book 4 of the psalter). However, if the Abrahamic covenant is to reach fulfilment, the problem of sin must be dealt with once and for all, and a glorious new-covenant regime must be established in which a host of covenants converge in their fulfilment. Central to this regime, which lies beyond the exile, is the eternal rule of David’s superior, righteous seed and son who is also a perpetual priest and a suffering servant (Book 5). Identifying new-covenant newness as ‘eschatological satisfaction (fulfilment)’ and ‘transcendent inauguration’, Hely Hutchinson tackles a range of matters that contribute to our understanding of the contours of redemptive history. The overall aim is to enhance readers’ grasp of God’s breath-taking salvation plan, ability to handle Scripture aright and worship of the Master.Trade ReviewCreative, thoughtful, and attuned to the interconnectedness of Scripture... Pastors preaching on the Psalms will glean from Hutchinson's work, and students and scholars will reap a bountiful harvest. * D. A. Carson & Benjamin L. Gladd *James Hely Hutchinson carefully traces the place of the biblical covenants within the book of Psalms, demonstrating both their importance for the canonical shape of the book and also why this matters for us today. Widely read and closely attentive to the text, this is a vital treatment of this important topic. * David G. Firth, Trinity College Bristol *In this book, James Hely-Hutchinson offers an outstanding model for studies on biblical theology exemplifying careful biblical exegesis and showing awareness of relevant scholarly issues involved but also keeping in view the whole storyline of the Bible. He carefully traces from the Book of Psalms how, even in the Old Testament, all the biblical covenants point beyond themselves to something new, bigger and better in fulfilment of the new covenant. Both pastors and students will benefit from the perceptively laid out argument of this book. It is an invaluable source of information for years to come on covenant theology discussions and Psalms study. * Ma’afu Palu – Director of Graphe Bible College, Sydney. Senior Pastor, Tongan Evangelical Wesleyan Church *James Hely Hutchinson has dared to address some large, perpetually debated questions about the relationships among the biblical covenants through a new lens: the book of Psalms. In a creative interweaving of the messages of the different parts of the Psalter—understanding the Psalter as a unified collection in its final form—he shows how the major covenants—Adamic, Noahic, Abrahamic, Mosaic, Levitical, Davidic, and New Covenants—are addressed in the book of Psalms and highlights the continuities, discontinuities, and complementary elements among them. An intriguing read that I recommend with pleasure. * David M. Howard, Jr. Professor of Old Testament, Bethlehem College and Seminary *Answering the Psalmist's Perplexity stands as an indispensable resource for scholars delving into the Psalter, providing clarity on its relationship with biblical covenants, particularly the new covenant. Dr. James Hely Hutchinson's meticulous analysis of the Psalms' composition unravels the enigma that the psalmist ponders, shedding light on God's unwavering covenant faithfulness. In this scholarly work, JHH's insights not only enhance our understanding of the Psalter but also contribute to a deeper grasp of its pivotal role within the broader scope of redemptive history. * Angie Velasquez Thornton, Director of Women's Ministry for SOLA (TGC Quebec) *In this fascinating study, Hely Hutchinson deftly and meticulously explores several key issues within a single volume. Not only does he present a robust, holistic interpretation of the Psalter, but he also demonstrates how the relationship between various divine-human covenants informs and is informed by the Psalter’s arrangement. As such, this is a must read for all those interested in the Psalter’s biblical-theological significance and/or contrasting theological systems in which the relationship between various divine covenants is of key importance. * Paul R. Williamson, Lecturer in Old Testament, Hebrew and Aramaic, Moore College, Sydney *James Hely Hutchinson has spent more than two decades studying the arrangement of the psalms in the Psalter. His book provides a compelling account of the way that this arrangement reflects God’s salvation plan. By analysing the relationships between the different covenants mentioned across the Psalter, Hely Hutchinson provides fascinating insights into the way that the psalms work as a collection to give hope for the future ideal Davidic king who will bless and be blessed by a new-covenant people from all nations. He also explains and evaluates a spectrum of seven different positions on covenant relationships and irenically charts a way forward in the light of his findings in the Psalter. His book richly rewards careful reading. * Anthony R. Petterson, Lecturer in Old Testament and Biblical Hebrew, Morling College, Sydney *Here is an up-to-date, broad-sweeping engagement with the book of Psalms and its contribution to question of the relationship between the different biblical covenants. The reader finds here innovative interaction between Psalm 89 and the Psalter in its totality, set in the context of biblical theology and working with sound exegesis. Building on his previous work in Psalms studies, Hely Hutchinson tackles a difficult question: "What is new about the new covenant, according to the book of Psalms?" Many studies dealing with editorial criticism on the Psalter have been published in the last few decades. This one carefully locates the discussion not only in the Psalter itself, but also includes careful insights from the different covenants progressively revealed in Scripture. Answering the Psalmist’s Perplexity is a refreshing and challenging study, but also a model of biblical theology. * Pierre Constant, Chair of New Testament Studies, Toronto Baptist Seminary *My resonance with this book is deep and wide, methodological and exegetical. James Hely Hutchinson serves as a surefooted guide (in English! at your desk!) through the highest mountain passes of the Psalter: its editorial arrangement, its contribution to our understanding of the covenants, and its typological presentation of the coming king. Here is a book whose author has meditatively studied the Psalms, and reading this book is the next best thing to exegeting through the Psalter with him in class. So if you can't get to Belgium to take his class in French, avail yourself of what he has provided for you in this book. * James M. Hamilton, Professor of Biblical Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary *

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Book SynopsisLife''s not fair! You''ve heard it a million times--and probably said it yourself. But what if your greatest difficulties were steppingstones to a greater destiny? What if seasons of unbearable pain turned out to be pathways to unbelievable purpose?In The Unfair Advantage, pastor Aaron Burke takes a closer look at the seven unfair seasons Joseph endures in the book of Genesis and reveals how Joseph''s struggles are not unlike the battles readers face today.Combining biblical truths with Pastor Aaron''s insights from his years of walking with people through their biggest challenges, this book offers a message of hope and renewed strength for anyone who has battled seasons of feeling discouraged, rejected, undervalued, tempted, unfairly punished, deprived, or forgotten. The surprising reality revealed by the story of Joseph is that unfair moments and seasons of difficulty--if handled wisely--can actually be used by God for our advantage.R

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Book SynopsisOver 250,000 copies sold in previous editions.Enlighten your reading of the scriptures with this one-volume biblical commentary, a trusted Catholic resource for priests, students and scholars for over 55 years.The word of God unites believers and makes them one people. This is the importance and mission of biblical scholarship at the service of the community of faith, the type of scholarship exhibited in this volume of biblical commentaries. - Pope Francis[A] splendid book ... readers should keep open and ready to hand when they are reading any part of the Bible. This is good and reliable scholarship, made accessible for contemporary readers. - The Pastoral ReviewSince 1968, The Jerome Biblical Commentary has been essential reading for all Catholics who wish to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the Bible. This third edition, welcomed and including a foreword by Pope Francis, features brand new commentaries alongside fully revised original coTrade ReviewThe Bible is the book of the Lord’s people, who, in listening to it, move from dispersion and division towards unity. The word of God unites believers and makes them one people. That is the importance and mission of biblical scholarship at the service of the community of faith, the type of scholarship exhibited in this volume of biblical commentaries. * Pope Francis, Vatican City *[A] splendid book ... readers should keep open and ready to hand when they are reading any part of the Bible. This is good and reliable scholarship, made accessible for contemporary readers. The list of contributors is a distinguished one. * The Pastoral Review *… It is overwhelmingly a gift to the Church, just as was its grandparent in 1968. * Irish Theological Quarterly *This scholarly, single-volume, biblical commentary will be a valuable asset for any Preacher. * Theology *[T]his impressive production is lucidly presented, favourably priced for its quantity and quality, and indicates that Catholic Bible scholarship is in a vibrant state. * The Society for Old Testament Study *Jerome Biblical Commentary for the Twenty-First Century represents the complete and final vindication of their predecessors whose work was sometimes considered irrelevant and even detrimental to the Catholic community of faith. * Review of Biblical Literature *This book is a work of creative and skilled biblical interpretation. ... [A]ll those interested in biblical interpretation will profit from this volume. It is highly recommended. * The Bible Today *Table of ContentsList of Contributors Abbreviations Foreword – Pope Francis Introduction, John J. Collins (Yale University, USA); Gina Hens-Piazza (Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University, Berkeley, USA); Barbara Reid OP (Catholic Theological Union, USA); Donald Senior CP (Catholic Theological Union, USA) Part One: Introductory Articles 1. Biblical Geography, Leslie J. Hoppe O.F.M. (Catholic Theological Union, USA) 2. Archaeology and the Old Testament, Jose Balcells (Santa Clara University, USA) 3. Archaeology and the New Testament, Laurie Brink O.P. (Catholic Theological Union, USA) 4. Israel and Judah: History and Society, Peter Dubovsky S.J. (Pontifical Biblical Institute, Italy) 5. Judaism in the time of Jesus, John J Collins (Yale University, USA) 6. The Historical Jesus, JP Meier (University of Notre Dame, USA) 7. Early Christianity in Context, Carolyn Osiek RSCJ (Society of the Sacred Heart, USA) Part Two: The Old Testament 8. Introduction to the Pentateuch, Dominik Markl S.J. (Pontifical Biblical Institute, Italy) 9. Genesis, Mark S. Smith (Princeton Theological Seminary, USA) 10. Exodus, Barbara Green O.P. (Graduate Theological Union, USA) 11. Leviticus, Thomas Hieke (Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz, Germany) 12. Numbers, Dale Launderville O.S.B. (Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary, Collegeville, USA) 13. Deuteronomy, Don C. Benjamin (Arizona State University, USA) 14. Introduction to the Historical Books, Peter Dubovsky S.J. (Pontifical Biblical Institute, Italy) 15. Joshua, Dermot Nestor (Australian Catholic University, Australia) 16. Judges, Mahri Leonard-Fleckman (University of Scranton, USA) 17. Ruth, Gina Hens-Piazza (Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University, Berkeley, USA) 18. 1 Samuel, David Bosworth (The Catholic University of America, USA) 19. 2 Samuel, Antony F Campbell S.J. (University of Melbourne, Australia) with Mark O’Brien O.P. (University of Divinity, Australia) 20. 1 Kings, Andrew R. Davis (Boston College, USA) 21. 2 Kings, Garrett Galvin O.F.M. (Franciscan School of Theology, USA) 22. 1 & 2 Chronicles, Richard Bautch (St. Edward’s University, USA) 23. Ezra-Nehemiah, David G. Monaco C.P. (St. Joseph’s Seminary, NY, USA) 24. Tobit, John Endres S.J. (Graduate Theological Union, USA) 25. Judith, Toni Craven (Texas Christian University, USA) with John J. Collins (Yale Divinity School, USA) 26. Esther, Irene Nowell O.S.B. (Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary, Collegeville, USA) 27. 1 – 2 Maccabees, Robert Doran (Amherst College, USA) 28. Job, Rebecca Raphael (Texas State University, USA) with John J. Collins (Yale Divinity Schools, USA) 29. Psalms, Konrad Schaefer O.S.B. (Mount Angel Abbey, USA) 30. Introduction to Wisdom Literature, John L. McLaughlin (Toronto School of Theology, Canada) 31. Proverbs, C.T.R. Hayward (Independent Scholar, UK) 32. Ecclesiastes, Juana L. Manzo (University of St. Thomas, USA) 33. Song of Songs, Dianne Bergant C.S.A. (Catholic Theological Union, USA) 34. Wisdom of Solomon, Karina Hogan (Fordham University, USA) 35. Sirach, Jeremy Corley (St Patrick’s College, Republic of Ireland) 36. Introduction to Prophetic Literature, Gina Hens-Piazza (Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University, Berkeley, USA) 37. Isaiah 1-39, Mary Mills SCHJ (Newman University, UK) 38. Isaiah 40-55, Richard J. Clifford S.J. (Boston College, USA) 39. Isaiah 56-66, Carol J. Dempsey O.P. (University of Portland, USA) 40. Jeremiah, Benedetta Rossi (Pontificia Universita Urbaniana, Italy) 41. Lamentations, Ahida E. Calderón Pilarski (Saint Anselm College, USA) 42. Baruch, Nuria Calduch-Benages (Pontifical Gregorian University, Italy) 43. Old Testament Apocalypticism and Eschatology, John J Collins (Yale Divinity School, USA) 44. Ezekiel, Paul Joyce (King's College London, UK) 45. Daniel, Molly Zahn (University of Kansas, USA) 50. Hosea, David Penchansky (University of St. Thomas, USA) 51. Joel, Stacy Davis (St. Mary's College, USA) 52. Obadiah, Victor Zhuk S.J. (Jesuit School of Theology, USA) 53. Amos, John L. McLaughlin (University of Toronto, Canada) 54. Jonah, Claire Mathews McGuiness (Loyola University Maryland, USA) 55. Micah, Dominic Sundararaj Irudayaraj S.J. (Jesuit School of Theology, USA) 56. Zephaniah, Kabamba Emmanuel Nshimbi S.J. (Jesuit Province of South Africa) and Michael Simone S.J. (Boston College, USA) 57. Nahum, Michael Simone S.J. (Boston College, USA) 58. Habakkuk, Harry P. Nasuti (Fordham University, USA) 59. Haggai, Luma A. Khudher O.P. (University of Notre Dame, USA) 60. Zechariah, John R. Barker O.F.M. (Catholic Theological Union, USA) 61. Malachi, Katherine M. Hayes (Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, USA) Part Three: The New Testament 62. From Jesus to the Second Century Apostolic Church, Joseph Verheyden (Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium) 63. Introduction to the Synoptic Gospels, Ronald D. Witherup S.S. (Superior General of the Society of the Priests of Saint Sulpice, France) 64. Matthew, Ian Boxall (Catholic University of America, USA) 65. Mark, Stephen Ahearne-Kroll (University of Minnesota) 66. Luke, Michael Patella O.S.B. (Saint John's School of Theology and Seminary, Collegeville, USA) 67. Introduction to Johannine Literature, Mary Coloe pbvm (University of Divinity, Australia) 68. John, Urban C. van Wahlde (Loyola University Chicago, USA) 69. Acts, vanThanh Nguyen S.V.D. (Catholic Theological Union, USA) 70. Introduction to the New Testament Letters, Thomas H. Tobin S.J. (Loyola University Chicago, USA) 71. Romans, Sheila E. McGinn (John Carroll University, USA) 72. 1 Corinthians, Alan C. Mitchell (Georgetown University, USA) 73. 2 Corinthians - Maria Pascuzzi C.S.J., Brooklyn, NY, USA 74. Galatians, Vincent Branick (University of Dayton, USA) 75. The Letter to the Ephesians, John Gillman (San Diego State University, USA) 76. The Letter to the Philippians, Pheme Perkins (Boston College, USA) 77. The Letter to the Colossians, Patricia McDonald (The Pontifical Beda College, Italy) 78. 1 Thessalonians, Raymond F. Collins (Brown University, USA) 79. 2 Thessalonians, Scott N. Brodeur S.J. (Pontifical Gregorian University, Italy) 80. Titus, Margaret Y. McDonald (St. Francis Xavier University, Canada) 81. 1 Timothy, Henry Wansbrough O.S.B. (Ampleforth Abbey, UK) 82. 2 Timothy, Benedict Viviano O.P. (University of Fribourg, Switzerland) 83. The Letter to Philemon, Fearghus Ó Fearghail (Mater Dei Institute of Education, Republic of Ireland) 84. The Letter to the Hebrews, Harold W. Attridge (Yale Divinity School, USA) 85. James, Patrick J. Hartin (Gonzaga University, USA) 86. 1 Peter, Sherri Brown (Creighton University, USA) 87. 2 Peter, Terrance Callan (Mount St. Mary's Seminary, USA) 88. Johannine Epistles, Francis Moloney S.J. (Australian Catholic University, Australia) 89. Jude, Florence Gillman (University of San Diego, USA) 90. Revelation, Adela Yarbro Collins (Yale Divinity School, USA) Part Four: General Articles The Bible and Catholic Tradition 91. “According to the Scriptures” – Biblical Interpretation Prior to 1600, Bernard McGinn (University of Chicago, USA) and Susan E. Schreiner (University of Chicago, USA) 92. Interpreting the Scriptures – the Church and the Modern Catholic Biblical Renewal, Donald Senior C.P. (Catholic Theological Union, USA) 93. The Bible as Sacred Scripture: Revelation; Inspiration; Canon, Denis Farkasfalvy (University of Dallas, USA) The Bible and Contemporary Catholicism 94. Feminist Biblical Interpretation, Barbara Reid O.P. (Catholic Theological Union, USA) 95. The Bible and Social Justice, Carol Dempsey O.P. (University of Portland, USA) 96. Literary Approaches to the Bible, Gina Hens-Piazza (Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University, Berkeley, USA) and Jean Francois Racine (Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University, Berkeley, USA) 97. Latinx Biblical Interpretation, Francisco Lozada Jr (Brite Divinity School, USA) 98. Asian American Biblical Interpretation, Seung Ai Yang (Chicago Theological Seminary, USA) and Sunhee Jun (Chicago Theological Seminary, USA) 97. African and African-American Biblical Interpretation, Stacy Davis (St. Mary’s College, USA) The Bible and the Life of the Church 98. Bible in the Life of the Church, Frank J. Matera S.J. (St Mary’s Church, USA) 99. The Bible and Liturgy, Eileen Schuller O.S.U. (McMaster University, Canada) and Guerric deBona OSB (St. Meinrad Seminary, USA) 100. Bible and Ethics/Modern Life, James F. Keenan S.J. (Boston College, USA) 101. Ecumenism Interreligious Relations and the Bible, Mary C. Boys SNJM (Columbia University, USA) Index

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Book SynopsisCombining 1,200+ study notes related to the literary features of the Bible, theESV Literary Study Biblehelps readers understand God's Word more fully, in all its richness and beauty.

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Book SynopsisA POWERFUL AND MOVING MESSAGE 31687 The trial, conviction and death of an innocent man 2000 years ago has particular resonance today. Atrocities from around the world shake us every week. And we ourselves also experience trials and challenges in our own lives. Bringing the gospel accounts vividly to life, Rowan Williams looks at how the trial of Christ profoundly challenges both what we believe and how we live. Drawing not only from the Bible, but also from contemporary fiction, film and theatre, he explores the ways society continues to put Christ on trial today. In fact, all Christians stand with him before a watching world. How we respond to this challenge is the focus of Christ on Trial. It increases our confidence in the faith we have received, and invites us to discover what we are and what we might be in God's sight'.

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Book SynopsisRobin Lane Fox is Britain's most widely admired ancient historian. He was born in 1946 and educated at Eton and Magdalen College, Oxford. He is a Fellow of New College, Oxford, and a University Reader in Ancient History. His other books include Alexander the Great (of which Penguin has now sold over 100,000 copies), Pagans and Christians and The Unauthorized Version. He was historical advisor to Oliver Stone on the making of Stone's film Alexander, for which he waived all his fees on condition that he could take part in the cavalry charge against elephants which Stone staged in the Moroccan desert.

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Book SynopsisThe Oxford Handbook of the Bible in Orthodox Christianity investigates the various ways in which Orthodox Christian, i.e., Eastern and Oriental, communities, have received, shaped, and interpreted the Christian Bible. The handbook is divided into five parts: Text, Canon, Scripture within Tradition, Toward an Orthodox Hermeneutics, and Looking to the Future.The first part focuses on how the Orthodox Church has never codified the Septuagint or any other textual witnesses as its authoritative text. Textual fluidity and pluriformity, a characteristic of Orthodoxy, is demonstrated by the various ancient and modern Bible translations into Syriac, Coptic, Ethiopian, Armenian among other languages. The second part discusses how, unlike in the Protestant and Roman-Catholic faiths where the canon of the Bible is closed and limited to 39 and 46 books, respectively, the Orthodox canon is open-ended, consisting of 39 canonical books and 10 or more anaginoskomena or readable books as additions to Septuagint. The third part shows how, unlike the classical Protestant view of sola scriptura and the Roman Catholic way of placing Scripture and Tradition on par as sources or means of divine revelation, the Orthodox view accords a central role to Scripture within Tradition, with the latter conceived not as a deposit of faith but rather as the Church''s life through history. The final two parts survey traditional Orthodox hermeneutics consisting mainly of patristic commentaries and liturgical interpretations found in hymnography and iconography, and the ways by which Orthodox biblical scholars balance these traditional hermeneutics with modern historical-critical approaches to the Bible.Trade ReviewThis exceptional handbook, edited by Eugen J. Pentiuc, will appeal broadly to Biblical scholars as well as non academics, both Orthodox and non-Orthodox, looking to understand Orthodox Christian (Eastern and Oriental) approaches to reading the Bible...Those interested in encountering Orthodox views on Text, Canon, Scripture within Tradition, and Hermeneutics in a forward looking way will find this handbook a source of considerable guidance and a most worthwhile read. * Sophia Theodoratos, St Andrew's Greek Orthodox Theological College, Phronema *Whether or not readers are familiar with Orthodox Bible interpretation, this volume is bound to become a go-to treasure chest of jewels on the subject. * Hywel Clifford, Journal for the Study of the Old Testament *Whether or not readers are familiar with Orthodox Bible interpretation, this volume is bound to become a go-to treasure chest of jewels on the subject. * Hywel Clifford, Journal for the Study of the Old Testament *This volume reflects a variety of views...this book does not attempt to impose one approach. * Hans Boersma, Church History *Specialists and nonspecialists alike will find much of interest in this volume, especially those concerned with the creative tension between modern historical-critical methods and reading practices of the past and convinced of the need for a "recontextualization of Tradition." * Religious Studies Review *The volume strikes an admirable balance between the rigor of specialized studies and the accessibility of a general introduction. * Michael Legaspi, The Catholic Biblical Quarterly *

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Book SynopsisThe Tibetan Book of the Dead is one of the texts that, according to legend, Padma-Sambhava was compelled to hide during his visit to Tibet in the late 8th century. The guru hid his books in stones, lakes, and pillars because the Tibetans of that day and age were somehow unprepared for their teachings. Now, in the form of the ever-popular Tibetan Book of the Dead, these teachings are constantly being discovered and rediscovered by Western readers of many different backgrounds--a phenomenon which began in 1927 with Oxford''s first edition of Dr. Evans-Wentz''s landmark volume. While it is traditionally used as a mortuary text, to be read or recited in the presence of a dead or dying person, this book--which relates the whole experience of death and rebirth in three intermediate states of being--was originally understood as a guide not only for the dead but also for the living. As a contribution to the science of death and dying--not to mention the belief in life after death, or the belieTrade ReviewDr. Evans-Wentz, who literally sat at the feet of a Tibetan lama for years in order to acquire his wisdom...not only displays a deeply sympathetic interest in those esoteric doctrines so characteristic of the genius of the East, but likewise possesses the rare faculty of making them more or less intelligible to the layman. * Anthropology (on the previous edition) *Table of ContentsForeword by Donald S Lopez Jr ; Suggested Readings ; Preface to the 1960 Paperback edition ; Preface to the Third Edition ; Preface to the Second Edition ; Preface to the First Edition ; Book I, Part I: The Bardo of the Moments of Death ; Book I, Part II: The Bardo of the Experiencing of Reality ; Book II, Part I: The Sidpa Bardo ; Book II, Part II: The Process of Rebirth ; Afterword: The Long Life of 'The Tibetan Book of the Dead' by Donald S Lopez Jr. ; Index

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Book SynopsisSince it first appeared in 1917, this edition of the Scofield Study Bible has been regarded by evangelical Christians as a classic work in its field. Its page by page framework of notes, cross-references, subject chain references, definitions, and comprehensive outlines help the reader to explore in depth the passages of Scripture. Now for a new generation of users, Oxford has re-set the Bible using the Authorized King James Version alongside Scofield''s complete study notes. This style uses a red-letter text for the New Testament, and in addition to all the normal features of Scofield Bibles, it also incorporates full colour Oxford Bible Maps.

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