Old Testaments Books
Yale University Press Deuteronomy and the Pentateuch
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Deuteronomy is arguably the most important book in the Pentateuch, if not in the entire Hebrew Bible. With his trademark clarity and rigor, Stackert compellingly explains what Deuteronomy is, what it does, and how it works, both on its own and in its broader literary context. Deuteronomy and the Pentateuch is unquestionably the best book out there on this central biblical text, and should be standard reading for scholars and students alike.”—Joel Baden, Yale Divinity School“Jeffrey Stackert is known for his thoughtful and theoretically informed contributions to Pentateuchal scholarship. In this new work, he tackles the range of complex issues surrounding the compositional history of Deuteronomy with characteristic acumen and clarity.”—Molly Zahn, author of Genres of Rewriting in Second Temple Judaism“Stackert’s new volume on the book of Deuteronomy is a priceless contribution to the field. His analysis is incisive and accessible in equal measure. This book should be required reading for anyone interested in Deuteronomy, from its inception to its early reception.”—Shimon Gesundheit, Hebrew University of Jerusalem“A compelling and original exploration of Deuteronomy, its composition, its use of earlier sources, its use in later sources, its ancient Near Eastern influences, and its date.”—Marc Zvi Brettler, Duke University“In this exciting addition to the Anchor Yale Bible Reference Library, Stackert offers something genuinely new: he brilliantly weaves together biblical scholarship, cuneiform literature, and contemporary literary theory. This clearly written and engaging volume examines how the concept of scripture shaped ancient readers’ understanding of Deuteronomy.”—Bernard M. Levinson, University of Minnesota
£42.75
Yale University Press Introduction to the Apocrypha
Book SynopsisAn ambitious introduction to the Apocrypha that encourages readers to reimagine what “canon” really meansTrade Review2022 PROSE Award Finalist, Theology and Religious Studies category“A work of first-rate scholarship that makes ancient Jewish apocrypha, ranging beyond the traditional Greek and Latin collections, accessible to the non-specialist audience. I cannot see teaching my Bible courses without it.”—Benjamin G. Wright, Lehigh University“In this comprehensive introduction, Wills shows that neither ‘canon’ nor ‘apocrypha’ is a simple, consistent idea. This should now be the standard introduction to the Apocrypha.”—John J. Collins, Yale University“Introductions to the Apocrypha used to be dull, dutiful little books. Not any more! In this engaging study Wills demonstrates the sophistication and significance of these compositions. In addition, he dismantles the prevailing Eurocentric construction of ‘apocrypha’ and embraces a long overdue global perspective.”—Carol A. Newsom, Emory University“A thorough, comprehensive, and insightful examination of texts, regarded as non-canonical for the Hebrew Bible, that were quite influential in later Jewish and Christian sources. Organizing these texts according to genre is a special feature of this study.”—Gale A. Yee
£30.88
WW Norton & Co Strong As Death Is Love
Book SynopsisAn award-winning translation brings new immediacy to these beloved books of the Bible. Read them for the first time, again.Trade Review"Encountering these books in this form—as ancient literature, laid out as poetry, with copious footnotes—allows you to be dazzled by their range, from the frank eroticism of the Song of Songs to the bucolic idyll of Esther and the downright weirdness of Daniel." -- New Statesman"Robert Alter's continuing project of translating the Old Testament is perhaps one of the most important literary/religious endeavours of recent times...Alter adds new levels of richness and poetry to the text, while adding an illuminating commentary to untangle the snuggles of time." -- Catholic Herald"In each of the Biblical books in this volume a balance of explanation, translation and commentary is offered. In each of them the reader is made a partner in an adventure of scholarship and clarification which is both rare and exemplary. " -- Eavan Boland - The Irish Times
£20.89
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Jeremiah Through the Centuries
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsList of Illustrations xiii Series Editors’ Preface xix Acknowledgments xxi Testimonia xxv Jeremiah the Man xxv The Book xxvii Actualizations xxix Introduction 1 Theory and Practice of Reception History 3 Jeremiah in Three Guises 4 Jeremiah in Antiquity 5 Medieval Jeremiahs 17 Early Modernity 24 Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries 47 Practical Notes for Using the Commentary 64 Jeremiah 1 67 Word of the Lord or Words of Jeremiah? (Jer 1:1) 67 Jeremiah Before Birth (1:4–5) 69 A Prophet to the Nations (1:5) 77 Resisting God (1:6) 77 Filling Jeremiah’s Mouth 81 The Job Description (1:10) 82 God’s Pun (1:11–12) 84 What’s Cooking? (1:13–16) 88 Jeremiah 2 93 God’s Lawsuit (2:1–13) 94 Leaky Cisterns or Living Water? (2:12–13) 95 A Puzzling Verb Becomes a Word of Salvation (2:20) 98 Prophetic Pornography (2:20–25) 99 Jeremiah in the Synagogue (2:4–28) 101 Jeremiah 3 103 A Rare Allusion to God the Father (3:4,19) 103 Holy Forgetting (3:15–18) 105 3:24–25 106 Jeremiah 4 107 A Subversive Translation (4:1–2) 107 The Circumcised Heart (4:4) 108 Reading Metaphor (4:7) 109 Does God Deceive? (4:9–10) 110 Body and Soul (4:19–22) 110 Apocalypse Now (4:23–28) 112 Contradiction as Problem and Opportunity (4:27) 113 Dressing Down a Gussied‐Up Female (4:29–31) 113 Jeremiah 5 115 Nothing Bad Will Happen to Us (5:12) 115 Divine Fire Consuming Human Wood (5:14) 116 An Appalling and Horrible Thing (5:30–31) 118 Contents ix Jeremiah 6 119 Two Roads Diverged (6:16) 119 Buying Salvation (6:20) 120 Jeremiah as Fortress and/or Refiner (6:27) 120 Jeremiah 7 123 A Den of Thieves (7:1–15) 123 A Troubling Contradiction (7:21–24) 124 Jeremiah 8 127 Reading Jeremiah as Science (8:7) 127 The Balm of Gilead (8:22) 130 Jeremiah 9 135 A Fountain of Tears (9,1,18) 135 Internalizing the Prophet’s Cry (9:2) 140 Death Climbs in the Windows (9:21) 141 Jeremiah 10 145 Superstition and Science (10:2–5) 145 Who Will Not Fear You? (10:7) 147 Wise Fools (10:12–16) 147 Humans Are Not Masters of Themselves (10:23–24) 149 Correct Me, O Lord (10:24) 151 Pour Out Thy Wrath (10:25) 151 Jeremiah 11 153 Let Us Put Wood in his Bread (11:19) 153 Jeremiah 12 157 A Lawsuit Against God (12:1–4) 157 Shameful Revenues (12:13) 160 Jeremiah 13 161 Jeremiah’s Loincloth (13:1–11) 161 Jeremiah’s Tears (13:17) 164 Unsettling Images (13: 22–27) 164 Jeremiah 14 167 The Inn and the Manger (14:7–9) 167 Jeremiah 15 169 Saints Alive (15:1) 169 Woe is Me, My Mother (15:10) 170 Changing Fashions in Prayer (15:15) 171 Is Jeremiah Blasphemous? (15:18) 172 A Divine Reprimand Reconsidered (15:19) 174 Jeremiah 16 177 Prophetic Celibacy (16:1–4) 177 Hunters and Fishers (16:16–18) 179 Jeremiah 17 181 Misplaced Trust (17:5) 181 Is the Human Heart Deep, or Depraved? (17:9–10) 182 The Partridge (17:11) 185 Jeremiah 18 187 The Surprise of Divine Freedom (18:1–12) 187 Jeremiah 19 193 Jeremiah Smashes a Jug 193 Jeremiah 20–21 197 Jeremiah in the Stocks (20:1–6) 197 Divine Deception (20:7) 199 Whose Violence and Destruction? (20:8) 207 A Reproach and a Derision (20:8) 207 A Burning Fire (20:9) 208 Do Saints Curse? (20:13–18) 212 Jeremiah 22 219 The Burial of an Ass (22:18–19) 219 Jeremiah and the Lost Ark (22:29) 220 Jeremiah 23 223 The Righteous Branch (23:5–6) 223 False Prophets (23:9–40) 226 Jeremiah 24 229 Two Baskets of Figs (24:1–10) 229 Jeremiah 25 231 The Cup of the Wine of Wrath (25:15–31) 232 Jeremiah 26–28 235 Jeremiah’s Yoke (Jer 27:2; 28:1–17) 235 False Prophets 237 Jeremiah 29 239 Build and Plant (29:1–6) 240 Praying for the Enemy (29:7) 240 Seventy Years (29:10) 242 God’s Inscrutable Plans (29:11) 244 Jeremiah as Contemporary Prophet (Jer 29:19) 245 Jeremiah 30–31 247 Hope in the Midst of Trauma (30:1–3) 247 Rachel Weeps in Every Century (31:15–17) 248 Gender‐Bending (31:22) 250 The New Covenant (31:31–34) 252 Jeremiah 32–33 257 A Strange Real Estate Deal 257 Jeremiah 34 259 Taking Back the Gift of Freedom (34:8–22) 259 Jeremiah 35 261 Jeremiah 36 267 Free Will and Divine Omniscience (36:3, 7) 268 Word, Scroll, Book (36:2, 5, 18) 268 Jehoiakim as Perennial Tyrant (36:20–26) 269 Words and the Word (36:27) 272 Jeremiah 37–38 277 Dungeon and Cistern 277 Ancient Allegories (38:1–13) 278 A Model for Political Resistance (38:1–16) 280 The Cistern as Spiritual Prison (38:1–6). 285 Ebed‐Melek Rescues Jeremiah (38:7–13) 287 Jeremiah’s Lie (38:24–27) 295 Jeremiah 39 299 Zedekiah Captured (39:4–7) 299 Ebed‐Melech Becomes Abimelech (39:15–18) 301 Jeremiah 40–43 303 How Did the Prophet Escape the Burning City? (40:1–6) 304 The Murder of Gedaliah (40:7– 41:17) 305 How Long, O Lord? (42:7) 305 The Stones of Tahpanhes (43:8–13) 306 Jeremiah 44 309 Uppity Women (44:15–19) 310 Martyrdom of Jeremiah 312 Jeremiah 45 319 Jeremiah 46–51 323 Babylon, the Golden Cup in God’s Hand (51:7) 325 Jeremiah Speaks to a War‐Torn Twentieth Century (51:11) 326 Thus Far the Words of Jeremiah (51:59–64) 328 Glossary 329 Brief Biography 333 Bibliography 341 Index 357
£75.56
Princeton University Press Out of Eden Adam and Eve and the Problem of Evil
Book SynopsisOffers a philosophical meditation on the problem of evil. This title uses the Genesis story of the Fall as the starting point for a profound articulation of the human condition. It shows us that evil expresses the rage of a subject who knows both that he is an image of an infinite God and that he must die.Trade Review"A book which begins with the sentence 'Evil makes us Human' must surely compel attention. This is no ordinary account of what is usually meant by the problem of evil... Instead, Paul W. Kahn's aim is to explore the nature of evil itself... A rich and fascinating book full of unusual conjunctions and insights."--John Habgood, Times Literary Supplement "Kahn makes a powerful case for the reality of good (which he calls 'love') as a form of self-sacrifice, and of its opposite, evil, which constitutes a denial of one's finitude."--Whitley R. P. Kaufman, Philosophy in Review "Brilliant and essential... [Kahn] establishes an enormously clarifying political theology of modernity, one that investigates the limits of our contemporary imagination."--Igor Webb, Common Review "In Out of Eden, Paul W. Kahn ... argues that the human condition--rather than political or social conditions--is the locus of evil. Using the lenses of political and cultural theory, law, and philosophy, Kahn takes a hard look at modern forms of evil, namely slavery, torture, and genocide. Evil, Kahn posits, in an existential problem."--Yale Law ReportTable of ContentsAcknowledgments vii Introduction: The Study of Evil 1 Chapter 1: A Preliminary Meditation on Oedipus and Adam 16 Chapter 2: Evil and the Image of the Sacred 53 Chapter 3: Love and Evil 106 Chapter 4: Political Evil: Slavery and the Shame of Nature 143 Chapter 5: Political Evil: Killing, Sacrifice, and the Image of God 174 Conclusion: Tragedy, Comedy, and the Banality of Evil 211 Index 223
£52.20
Princeton University Press The Ladder of Jacob
Book SynopsisRife with incest, rape, and murder, the biblical story of Jacob and his children must have troubled ancient readers. This title traces the steps of ancient biblical interpreters as they struggled with such problems. It reveals how they often fixed on a little detail in the Bible's wording to 'deduce' something not openly stated in the narrative.Trade ReviewOne of Choice's Outstanding Academic Titles for 2007 "The Ladder of Jacob is one of the most readable and attractive introductions to the general style of traditional Jewish reasoning from Scripture. It captures the strange combination of playfulness with deadly seriousness that characterizes this exegetical tradition, and which makes studying it so enjoyable. The methods it works with are profoundly interesting to the historian of ideas, who will be aware of parallels in other scriptural religions."--John Baron, Times Literary Supplement "James L. Kugel demonstrates that ... ancient sources described the biblical narratives in terms of various motifs that brought fresh meanings to the stories and their place in Israel's religious history... Kugel helpfully guides us through the marvelous world of ancient biblical interpretation."--Publishers Weekly "In his elegant new book, ... James L. Kugel takes on ... perplexing ... questions with great erudition and admirable lucidity... Whether unravelling some philological tangle or reconciling divergent readings, he has the enviable knack of capturing his reader's attention and keeping it firmly tethered... Whether discussing Reuben's sin with Bilhah or the priesthood of Levi or Judah and Tamar, Mr. Kugel moves easily from moral dilemmas to textual enigmas; his book thus serves as a guide to interpretation as well."--Eric Ormsby, New York Sun "Biblical scholar Kugel offers an in-depth study of some of the more difficult stories of Jacob and Jacob's family... [A]ny biblical researcher can profit from understanding the questions raised by these text, and analyzing the answers they provide. A valuable resource."--Library Journal "Highly recommended... James L. Kugel persuasively argues that ancient interpreters did more than simply apologize for the less-than-illustrious behavior of certain biblical figures ... by demonstrating how exegetical motifs arise from some quirk in scripture... Kugel has written a book that is obviously important for specialists (it will certainly be instrumental in reevaluating the history of the Testaments of the Twelve Patriarchs), but he is so remarkably adept at making opaque materials accessible to nonspecialists that both novices and the initiated will read his latest work with evident relish."--Choice "James Kugel...is an expert in the history of biblical interpretation and well equipped to write a book that gives the reader an introduction to and explanation of the ancient exegesis of the particular text from Genesis under discussion in this book... [It] can be recommended for every one interested in the development of certain biblical traditions, but especially for those interested in the way ancient interpreters treated biblical texts."--S I Cronje, Verbum et Ecclesia "[Kugel]...takes half a dozen Biblical stories--Jacob's career, his heavenly ladder, the rape of Dinah, Reuben's dalliance with Bilhah, Levi's elevation to priesthood, Judah's victimization of Tamar--and invites the reader to accompany him in a survey of ancient Biblical commentaries which range far beyond the well known canonical literature...James Kugel has presented the reader with a dazzling array of Midrashic and other texts which testify to the extraordinary vitality of the rabbinic mind and its successors in unpackaging the hidden meanings in the Hebrew Bible."--Arnold Ages, Chicago Jewish Star "[Kugel] masterfully reveals why mishnaic, rabbinic, and targumic commentaries make the moves they do by analytically assessing the how and the why in each step. In this sense what Kugel does, helps the most rigid historical-critical exegetes ... become more alert to the intricacies of the literary-syntactical elements--particularly the cruxes--and also become more appreciative of the artistic aspects of ancient allegorical methods."--Craig D. Bowman, Book Reviews and Notes "Kugel ... most elegantly and convincingly explores how ... early interpreters conceived of the Bible and of their hermeneutical task... This book--and Kugel's major oeuvre of recuperating early exegesis--is an important, fascinating, and often brilliant endeavor."--Ronald Hendel, Interpretation "I can certainly recommend Kugel's book as yet another masterpiece of the history of interpretation. It should serve as a guide for others attempting to do so, as well as a wonderful sourcebook for those working on Genesis."--Dan Clanton, Journal of Hebrew Scriptures "All in all a fascinating and valuable contribution to the history of interpretation."--R. Tomes, Society for Old Testament StudiesTable of ContentsAcknowledgments ix List of Abbreviations xi Chapter One: Jacob and the Bible's Ancient Interpreters 1 Chapter Two: The Ladder of Jacob 9 Chapter Three: The Rape of Dinah, and Simeon and Levi's Revenge 36 Chapter Four: Reuben's Sin with Bilhah 81 Chapter Five: How Levi Came to Be a Priest 115 Chapter Six: Judah and the Trial of Tamar 169 Chapter Seven: A Prayer about Jacob and Israel from the Dead Sea Scrolls 186 Notes 223 Subject Index 263 Hebrew Bible Index 271 Index of Motifs Studied 276
£23.75
McGill-Queen's University Press We Find Ourselves Put to the Test
Book SynopsisA philosophical exploration of the question of whether the world we inhabit offers us hospitality or indifference.Trade Review"We Find Ourselves Put to the Test will interest students, scholars, and general readers alike. Crooks approaches the material with freshness and aplomb, and the result is an engaging and thoughtful interpretation of an important canonical text." Ron Srigley, Laurentian University"Crooks argues "that Job is best read as a careful description of how [one finds oneself] put to the test" to meet "reality point blank" and in silence. That experience is what leads Job to restoration. Crooks does not try to solve critical and exegetical issues; he attempts to find usefulness and meaning in what is a most opaque book. Recommended." Choice
£26.59
Baker Publishing Group The Heartbeat of Old Testament Theology Three
Book SynopsisA highly-respected scholar explores the theological heart of the Old Testament by examining three big ideas that communicate the Old Testament's redemptive theology.Table of ContentsContents1. Taking the Pulse of Old Testament Theology: Past and Present2. The Narrative Rhythm: God's Historical Action3. The Character Rhythm: God's Active Character4. The Relational Rhythm: God's Relational Identity5. Integrating the Creedal Rhythms6. Creation and the Creedal Rhythms7. Taking the Old Testament Pulse in the New Testament8. Taking the Old Testament Pulse in the Christian Life9. Postscript: Calling for ResponseAppendix: Biblical Theology and the Old TestamentIndexes
£18.89
Baker Publishing Group Theological Interpretation of the Old Testament
Book SynopsisThis handy reference book, featuring key articles from the award-winning Dictionary for Theological Interpretation of the Bible, provides a book-by-book theological reading of the Old Testament.
£20.69
Baker Publishing Group - Baker Books Archaeology and the Old Testament
Book SynopsisThis richly illustrated resource offers illuminating archaeological information related to the Old Testament.
£36.99
Baker Publishing Group A Liturgy of Grief A Pastoral Commentary on
Book SynopsisIn this commentary on Lamentations, a respected Old Testament scholar and volunteer hospital chaplain presents a biblical model for helping those coping with grief.Table of ContentsForeword by Nicholas WolterstorffIntroductionExpositionFirst Poem: Grief, Guilt, and the Need for PrayerHuman Losses (1:1-6)Material Losses (1:7-11)Zion's Cry of Culpability (1:12-16)Comments on Zion's Cries (1:17)Zion's Confession and Prayer of Grievance (1:18-22)Second Poem: Grief, Guilt, and the Need for PrayerGod's Awesome Anger at Work (2:1-5)God's Systematic Destruction of Zion (2:6-10)A Sea of Troubles (2:11-17)A Call to Zion to Pray and Zion's Prayer (2:18-22)Third Poem: The Wounded HealerHis Testimony of Guilty Wounds (3:1-16)His Second Thoughts (3:17-24)The Wounded Healer's Sermon (3:25-39)His Call to the Congregation to Pray (3:40-51)His Testimony of Prayers of Appeal and Grievance (3:52-66)Fourth Poem: Grief and Guilt Prolonged--and to Be ReversedThe Cheapening of Human Life (4:1-6)More Horrors of the Siege (4:7-11)How One Guilty Group Suffered (4:12-16)Despair--and Eventual Hope (4:17-22)Fifth Poem: The Congregation's Prayer as Turning PointPresent Distress and Confession (5:1-7)Humiliation, Sorrow, and Confession (5:8-16)Challenging Cries for Help (5:17-22)
£16.14
Baker Publishing Group This Strange and Sacred Scripture Wrestling with
Book SynopsisExplores perennial theological questions raised by the content of the Old Testament, providing strategies for reading, appreciating, and appropriating these sacred texts.Table of ContentsContents1. Is the Old Testament an Enemy, Stranger, or Friend to the Christian Faith?2. Our Fleeting Moments in Paradise3. Darkness over the Face of the Deep4. The R-Rated Bible5. Killing All That Breathes: Violence in the Old Testament6. Male and Female God Created Them: Gender and the Old Testament7. God Commands Us to Do What?! The Strange Laws of the Bible8. Is the Law Engraved in Stone? The Dynamic Nature of God's Law9. Truth Is Many Sided10. Drowning in Tears and Raging at God11. Great and Terrible Is the Wrath of the Lord12. The Old Testament's AuthorityAppendix: A Literal Translation of Genesis 2:4b-4:16Indexes
£18.89
Baker Publishing Group - Baker Books Flame of Yahweh Sexuality in the Old Testament
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Baker Publishing Group The Hebrew Prophets and Their Social World An
Book SynopsisAn expert on the world of ancient Israel introduces students to the Hebrew Prophets in this substantially revised and expanded edition of a successful text.Table of ContentsIntroduction1. Historical Geography2. Defining and Describing the Prophet3. Premonarchic Prophetic Activity4. Early Monarchic Prophets5. Elijah and Elisha6. Major and Minor Prophets7. The Book of Amos8. The Book of Hosea9. The Book of Isaiah10. The Book of Micah11. Prophetic Voices of the Late Seventh Century12. The Book of Jeremiah13. The Book of Ezekiel14. Postexilic Prophecy15. The Hellenistic Period and the Book of Daniel16. Final ThoughtsGlossaryIndexes
£18.89
Baker Publishing Group Reading Scripture Canonically
Book SynopsisA veteran Old Testament teacher shows the theological instincts that are necessary for reading, understanding, and communicating Scripture faithfully.Table of ContentsContents Introduction Part 1: Scripture's Material Form 1. Scripture and Canon 2. Sanding with the Grain: Final Form and Canonical Shape 3. Canonical Intentionality 4. Canon and Textual Criticism: The Search for the Christian Bible Part 2: Scripture's Subject Matter 5. God as Triune and Exegetical Metaphysics 6. The Trinity and the Old Testament Epilogue Indexes
£15.29
Baker Publishing Group Jeremiah and Lamentations
Book SynopsisThe Teach the Text Commentary Series utilizes the best of biblical scholarship to provide the information a pastor needs to communicate the text effectively. The carefully selected preaching units and focused commentary allow pastors to quickly grasp the big idea and key themes of each passage of Scripture. Each unit of the commentary includes the big idea and key themes of the passage and sections dedicated to understanding, teaching, and illustrating the text.
£24.29
Baker Publishing Group Exodus
Book SynopsisFocused Biblical Scholarship to Teach the Text EffectivelyThe Teach the Text Commentary Series utilizes the best of biblical scholarship to provide the information a pastor needs to communicate the text effectively. The carefully selected preaching units and focused commentary allow pastors to quickly grasp the big idea and key themes of each passage of Scripture. Each unit of the commentary includes the big idea and key themes of the passage and sections dedicated to understanding, teaching, and illustrating the text.The newest release in this innovative commentary series is T. Desmond Alexander''s treatment of Exodus.
£18.99
Baker Publishing Group Job
Book SynopsisA respected Old Testament scholar provides an exegetical commentary on Job with theological insights for pastors, professors, and all serious students of the Bible.Table of ContentsPart I. The Prologue: The Suffering and Patience of Job (1:1-2:13)Part II. Job's Lament (3:1-26)Part III. The Debate between Job and His Three Friends (4:1-27:23)Part IV. Job's Monologue (28:1-31:40)Part V. Elihu's Speech (32:1-37:24)Part VI. Yahweh Speeches and Job's Responses (38:1-42:6)Part VII. Job's Restoration (42:7-17)Indexes
£33.99
Baker Publishing Group Song of Songs
Book SynopsisThis verse-by-verse commentary offers a fresh reading of an intriguing book of the Old Testament.
£27.99
MP-CUA Catholic Uni of Amer Commentary on the Twelve Prophets Volume 2
Book SynopsisCyril of Alexandria's contributions to theology are not confined to his prominent role in the fifth-century christological conflict, but are also vital to the development of biblical exegesis. Drawing insights from older contemporaries, Cyril examines in depth the historical contexts of prophetic texts.
£33.71
The Catholic University of America Press Genesis in Late Antique Poetry
Book SynopsisThe biblical book of Genesis stands nearly without parallel in the shared history of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The essays in this book study an array of Jewish and Christian responses to Genesis as they took shape in specific literary forms - the unique genres of late antique poetry.
£56.25
The Catholic University of America Press Exegetical Epistles
Book SynopsisProvides an introduction to Jerome’s approach to biblical interpretation, of both the Old and the New Testament. Some letters focus on the historical meaning of Pauline and Gospel texts, while others contain allegorical expositions of Old Testament passages.
£35.96
University of Minnesota Press Faith and History in the Old Testament
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£28.80
Kregel Publications Leviticus
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SPCK - Kregel Choose A Study of Moses for a Life that Matters
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SPCK - Kregel ZephaniahMalachi Kerux A commentary for
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SPCK - Kregel Exploring Genesis An Expository Commentary
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Kregel Publications,U.S. A Commentary on the Psalms 3 Volume Set
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SPCK - Kregel Psalms Discovering Authentic Worship
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Kregel Publications,U.S. Trust A Study of Joseph for Persevering Through
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Kregel Publications,U.S. Isaiah Discovering Assurance Through Prophecies
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Kregel Publications,U.S. Psalms volume 1 The Wisdom Psalms A Commentary
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Jewish Publication Society Justice for All How the Jewish Bible
Book SynopsisDemonstrates that the Jewish Bible, by radically changing the course of ethical thought, came to exercise enormous influence on Jewish thought and law and also laid the basis for Christian ethics and the broader development of modern Western civilization. Jeremiah Unterman shows us persuasively that the ethics of the Jewish Bible represents a moral advance over Ancient Near East cultures.Trade Review"Certain to inspire readers to seek further study of the Bible in its ancient context."—Stu Halpern, Jewish Book Council"I recommend this book as a careful comparative study of biblical ethics, written by a scholar with strong Jewish values."—Martin Lockshin, Canadian Jewish News"Unterman’s book will enable us to open the Bible and will help us understand what it tells us in our time, as well as in the days when it came into being."—Rabbi Jack Riemer, Jewish News Service"This book will appeal to general readers interested in serious Bible study. . . . An excellent choice for academic, synagogue, and public libraries."—Barbara M. Bibel, Association of Jewish Libraries Reviews"Justice for All is an eminently readable description of the Bible’s conception of ethical monotheism and will be of great interest to anyone who is interested in ethics, religion, Biblical or ancient Near Eastern studies."—Abba Engelberg, Jewish Political Studies Review"Justice for All is an enjoyable read, is well resourced, and is helpful for those engaged in the study of the Old Testament and those who are working in biblical ethics. Unterman's book would be a welcome addition to many libraries, as it fills a void in the literature of religious ethics."—Andrew J. Spencer, Books at a Glance“A wonderful work—insightful and important. Jeremiah Unterman never loses sight of the fact that the Bible’s goal is to create a holy, moral people. He convincingly demonstrates again and again that this is not just a modern reading of the Bible but a statement of its original intent.”—Rabbi Joseph Telushkin, author of Jewish Literacy and Biblical Literacy“Take notice. Jeremiah Unterman has written a major book that expertly documents the supremacy of the ethical in the Hebrew Bible. It will affect not only how you understand the Bible but how you live your life.”—Dennis Prager, nationally syndicated radio talk-show host and best-selling author of The Ten Commandments: Still the Greatest Moral Code “What makes this a particularly worthy contribution is its clarity and rigor, organized by topics that are so relevant today: how we treat the stranger, forgiveness, reconciliation, and repentance and redemption.”—Dru Johnson, associate professor of biblical and theological studies at The King’s College and author of Epistemology and Biblical Theology “The enduring value of this book is that it demonstrates the moral imperative that stands at the foundation of the Hebrew Bible and of Judaism.”—Marvin A. Sweeney, professor of Hebrew Bible at the Claremont School of Theology and editor of The Cambridge History of Religions in the Ancient World, volume 1Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction 1. The Jewish Bible’s Unique Understanding of God: The Ethical Relationship of God to the World and Humanity 2. The Revelation at Sinai: Ethical Implications of the God-Israel Relationship 3. Providing for the Disadvantaged: The Stranger, the Poor, the Widow, and the Orphan (with a Note on Slavery) 4. The Primacy of Morality over Ritual: A Prophetic Innovation 5. The Requirement of “Return”: The Development of Repentance from Torah to Prophecy (with a Note on Theodicy) 6. The Establishment of Hope: The Prophetic Promise of Redemption Conclusion Notes Bibliography Subjects Index Index of Hebrew Bible Passages
£28.80
Jewish Publication Society Path of the Prophets The EthicsDriven Life
Book SynopsisIlluminating the ethical legacy of the biblical prophets, Path of the Prophets identifies the prophetic moment in the lives of eighteen biblical figures and demonstrates their compelling relevance to us today. Schwartz introduces the prophets with creative, first-person retellings of their decisive experiences, followed by key biblical narratives, context, and analysis.Trade Review"Schwartz's new book works as both an intelligent class textbook, complete with appended study guide, and absorbing personal reading."—Ray Olson, Booklist"Rabbi Barry L. Schwartz identifies the prophetic moment in the lives of the eighteen biblical figures that we know as the Prophets and he shows us their relevance today in his new book."—Reviews by Amos Lassen"An enjoyable, thought-provoking, and revelatory book. While the intended audience might be Jewish, I can say, as a Christian pastor, this book will speak important truths to Christians as well. This wonderfully written book explores the ethical implications of the spiritual life in conversation with eighteen persons found in the Hebrew Bible."—Robert Cornwall, Ponderings on a Faith Journal"This title would be a fine addition to any collection used by adult readers."—Arthur G. Quinn, Association of Jewish Libraries Reviews“Path of the Prophets is the most significant new contribution to our understanding of the prophets so far in the twenty-first century—filled with new insights, important for Jewish scholarship, and a joy to read for anyone who has ever grappled with the meaning and contemporary relevance of the Bible.”—Rabbi Michael Lerner, editor of Tikkun magazine “Rabbi Schwartz brings new life to the men and women of the Bible, ordinary people who did extraordinary things—and challenges us to do the same, to make the most of life’s journey.”—Rabbi Sally J. Priesand, author of Judaism and the New Woman “The prophets call us passionately to justice—but, alas, the prophetic books are not easy to understand. Schwartz has done the seemingly impossible by delving clearly into the prophets’ ethical dilemmas and urging readers to face those injustices of yesterday and today. As we yearn for religious voices that will challenge entrenched ideologies, this is a desperately needed volume.”—Rabbi Eric Yoffie, president emeritus, Union for Reform JudaismTable of ContentsAcknowledgments About This Book Preface: Why the Prophets? Introduction: The Ethics-Driven Life Part 1. To Do Justly 1. Abraham’s Argument: The Path of Protest 2. Shiphrah’s Defiance: The Path of Civil Disobedience 3. Moses’ Encounter: The Path of Freedom 4. Tirzah’s Challenge: The Path of Equality 5. Samuel’s Warning: The Path of Rebuke 6. Nathan’s Parable: The Path of Righteousness Part 2. To Love Mercy 7. Judah’s Step Forward: The Path of Repentance 8. Joseph’s Cry: The Path of Forgiveness 9. Ruth’s Vow: The Path of Kindness 10. Elisha’s Invitation: The Path of Healing 11. Jeremiah’s Scroll: The Path of Hope 12. Jonah’s Lesson: The Path of Compassion Part 3. To Walk Humbly 13. Miriam’s Celebration: The Path of Joy 14. Caleb’s Spirit: The Path of Faith 15. Hannah’s Prayer: The Path of Prayer 16. Elijah’s Voice: The Path of Humility 17. Isaiah’s Vision: The Path of Peace 18. Ezra’s Torah: The Path of Wisdom A Prophetic Glossary Study Guide: Living the Bible Notes Bibliography
£20.50
SPCK Publishing Straight to the Heart of Ezra and Nehemiah
Book Synopsis60 Bite-Sized Insights into Ezra and Nehemiah
£10.44
SPCK Publishing Straight to the Heart of 1 and 2 Chronicles
Book Synopsis60 Bite-Sized Insights into 1 and 2 Chronicles
£10.44
New Century Edition Secrets of Heaven 5
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£23.02
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Six Minor Prophets Through the Centuries
Book SynopsisSix Minor Prophets Through the Centuries is the work of highly respected biblical scholars, Richard Coggins and Jin H.Han. The volume explores the rich and complex reception history of the last six Minor Prophets in Jewish and Christian exegesis, theology, worship, and arts. This text is the work of two highly respected biblical scholars It explores the rich and complex reception history of the last six Minor Prophets in Jewish and Christian theology and exegesis Trade Review"The emphasis on reception history makes this volume an important complement to larger critical commentaries within personal and research libraries that hold collections on the prophetic literature." (Religious Studies Review, 1 September 2014) "The uniqueness of this commentary series is that it is the "first to be devoted primarily to the reception history of the Bible" and it is done in a clearly outlined, user friendly, verse-by-verse commentary format .... This quick, illuminating display of the "genealogy" of interpretations is a unique achievement ... useful to any reader interested in biblical interpretation." (Reviews in Religion & Theology, 4 September 2013) "It provides a fascinating journey of discovery and can be read, unlike most other commentaries, from cover to cover." (Relegere: Studies in Religion and Reception, 1 May 2013)Table of ContentsList of Illustrations x Series Editors’ Preface xii Preface xiv Acknowledgments xvi Abbreviations xx I Nahum, Habakkuk, and Zephaniah 1Jin H. Han Introduction 3 The Three Among the Twelve 3 The Manner of Presentation 5 1 Nahum 6 Nahum in Literature 9 Nahum in the Arts 11 Nahum in Worship 14 Nahum 1: The Avenging God 15 Nahum 2: Destruction of Nineveh 27 Nahum 3: Woe Oracle against the City of Bloodshed 30 2 Habakkuk 36 Habakkuk in Literature 38 Habakkuk in the Arts 42 Habakkuk in Worship 47 Habakkuk 1: The Prophet’s Lament and God’s Reply 50 Habakkuk 2: God’s Counsel of Faith and Woe Oracles 58 Habakkuk 3: The Prophet’s Prayer 73 3 Zephaniah 92 Zephaniah in the Arts 95 Zephaniah and Dies Irae 96 Zephaniah in Worship 99 Zephaniah 1: The Divine Justice and the Day of the Lord 100 Zephaniah 2: Oracles against the Nations 109 Zephaniah 3: The Remnant of Israel and the Joy of the Lord 114 II Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi 127Richard Coggins Introduction 129 Linkages 130 4 Haggai 135 Haggai 1 140 Haggai 2 142 5 Zechariah 150 Zechariah 1 152 Zechariah 2 154 Zechariah 3–4 157 Zechariah 5 162 Zechariah 6 164 Zechariah 7 167 Zechariah 8 167 Zechariah 9–14 169 Zechariah 11–13 177 Zechariah 14 183 6 Malachi 186 Malachi 1 188 Malachi 2 193 Malachi 3 195 Malachi 4 198 Glossary 202 Brief Biographies 206 Bibliography 214 Online Sources (Select) 248 Index of Biblical References 251 Index of Names and Subjects 262
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Hosea Joel and Obadiah Through the Centuries
Book SynopsisHosea, Joel, and Obadiah Through the Centuries The first book devoted solely to the reception history of Hosea, Joel, and Obadiah How have readers through the centuries understood the prophet Hosea's marriage to an unfaithful woman? Does the prophet Joel really speak about a locust invasion, or is he referring to invading armies? How should we understand the harsh rhetoric that Obadiah uses about Judah's neighbor Edom? In Hosea, Joel, and Obadiah Through the Centuries, Bradford A. Anderson provides historical context for these prophetic texts and traditions while offering original insights into their interpretation, use, and impact. Chapter-by-chapter commentary examines the use of these texts in different religious communities, surveys various commentaries and interpretive traditions, and addresses the social and cultural employment of these prophetic works in literature, music, the visual arts, and more. Each prophetic text is introduced by a chapter containing a brief history of int
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Six Minor Prophets Through the Centuries
Book SynopsisSix Minor Prophets Through the Centuries is the work of highly respected biblical scholars, Richard Coggins and Jin H.Han. The volume explores the rich and complex reception history of the last six Minor Prophets in Jewish and Christian exegesis, theology, worship, and arts. This text is the work of two highly respected biblical scholars It explores the rich and complex reception history of the last six Minor Prophets in Jewish and Christian theology and exegesis Trade Review"The emphasis on reception history makes this volume an important complement to larger critical commentaries within personal and research libraries that hold collections on the prophetic literature." (Religious Studies Review, 1 September 2014) "The uniqueness of this commentary series is that it is the "first to be devoted primarily to the reception history of the Bible" and it is done in a clearly outlined, user friendly, verse-by-verse commentary format .... This quick, illuminating display of the "genealogy" of interpretations is a unique achievement ... useful to any reader interested in biblical interpretation." (Reviews in Religion & Theology, 4 September 2013) "It provides a fascinating journey of discovery and can be read, unlike most other commentaries, from cover to cover." (Relegere: Studies in Religion and Reception, 1 May 2013)Table of ContentsList of Illustrations x Series Editors’ Preface xii Preface xiv Acknowledgments xvi Abbreviations xx I Nahum, Habakkuk, and Zephaniah 1Jin H. Han Introduction 3 The Three Among the Twelve 3 The Manner of Presentation 5 1 Nahum 6 Nahum in Literature 9 Nahum in the Arts 11 Nahum in Worship 14 Nahum 1: The Avenging God 15 Nahum 2: Destruction of Nineveh 27 Nahum 3: Woe Oracle against the City of Bloodshed 30 2 Habakkuk 36 Habakkuk in Literature 38 Habakkuk in the Arts 42 Habakkuk in Worship 47 Habakkuk 1: The Prophet’s Lament and God’s Reply 50 Habakkuk 2: God’s Counsel of Faith and Woe Oracles 58 Habakkuk 3: The Prophet’s Prayer 73 3 Zephaniah 92 Zephaniah in the Arts 95 Zephaniah and Dies Irae 96 Zephaniah in Worship 99 Zephaniah 1: The Divine Justice and the Day of the Lord 100 Zephaniah 2: Oracles against the Nations 109 Zephaniah 3: The Remnant of Israel and the Joy of the Lord 114 II Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi 127Richard Coggins Introduction 129 Linkages 130 4 Haggai 135 Haggai 1 140 Haggai 2 142 5 Zechariah 150 Zechariah 1 152 Zechariah 2 154 Zechariah 3–4 157 Zechariah 5 162 Zechariah 6 164 Zechariah 7 167 Zechariah 8 167 Zechariah 9–14 169 Zechariah 11–13 177 Zechariah 14 183 6 Malachi 186 Malachi 1 188 Malachi 2 193 Malachi 3 195 Malachi 4 198 Glossary 202 Brief Biographies 206 Bibliography 214 Online Sources (Select) 248 Index of Biblical References 251 Index of Names and Subjects 262
£86.36
Crossway Books The Ten Commandments
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£8.07
Baylor University Press Aramaic Ezra and Daniel
Book SynopsisProvides a foundational analysis of the Aramaic text of Ezra and Daniel. John Cook's analysis is a convenient pedagogical and reference tool that explains the form and syntax of the biblical text, offers guidance for deciding between competing semantic analyses, and engages important text-critical debates.Trade ReviewA thorough introduction addresses the linguistic features of biblical Aramaic, with special attention to particularly challenging syntactical questions. -- The Bible TodayAramaic Ezra and Daniel provides up-to-date, sophisticated linguistic analysis and explanation from one of the top scholars in the field... It is highly recommended for those teaching or taking graduate-level courses in Biblical Aramaic, those studying Ezra or Daniel, and those preaching these books who want access to the riches of the original Aramaic text, led by a capable guide. -- Books at a Glance
£29.21
Baylor University Press Introduction to the Septuagint
Book SynopsisSiegfried Kreuzer's Introduction to the Septuagint presents, in English, the most extensive introduction of the Septuagint to date. It offers comprehensive overviews of the individual biblical writings, including the history of research, current findings and problems, and perspectives for future research.Table of ContentsIntroduction The Origins and Transmission of the Septuagint Siegfried Kreuzer Overview of Textual Witnesses to the Septuagint Siegfried Kreuzer / Marcus Sigismund 1. Pentateuch 1.0. From the Torah to Nomos: Perspectives of Research on the Greek Pentateuch Martin Rösel 1.1. Genesis Martina Kepper 1.2. Exodos/Exodus Peter Schwagmeier 1.3. Levitikon/Leviticus Martin Vahrenhorst 1.4. Arithmoi/Numeri/Numbers Gilles Dorival 1.5. Deuteronomion/Deuteronomium/Deuteronomy Melvin K. H. Peters 2. Historical Books 2.1. Jesus/Josue/Joshua Cornelis G. den Hertog 2.2. Kritai/Iudices/Judges Natalio Fernà ndez Marcos 2.3. Ruth Eberhard Bons 2.4. The Books of Kingdoms/Reigns 2.4.1â2. Basileion I and II / 1â2 Kingdoms / 1â2 Samuel Philippe Hugo 2.4.3. Basileion III / 3 Kingdoms / 1 Kings. Martin Meiser 2.4.4. Basileion IV / 4 Kingdoms / 2 Kings Julio Trebolle-Barreira 2.5. Paraleipomenon I and II / 1â2 Chronica / 1â2 Chronicles Adrian Schenker 2.6.1. Esdras I / 1 Esdras / 3 Ezra Dieter Böhler 2.6.2. Esdras II / 2 Esdras / Ezra-Nehemiah Dieter Böhler 3. Later Historical Books and Narratives 3.1. Esther / The Book of Esther Kristin De Troyer 3.2. Judith / The Book of Judith Helmut Engel 3.3. Tobit / The Book of Tobit / Tobias Katrin Hauspie 3.4. The Books of the Maccabees 3.4.1. Makkabaion I / 1 Maccabees Michael Tilly 3.4.2. Makkabaion II / 2 Maccabees Tobias Nicklas 3.4.3. Makkabaion III / 3 Maccabees Wolfgang Orth 3.4.4. Makkabaion IV / 4 Maccabees Robert J. V. Hiebert 4. Psalms and Odes 4.1. Psalmoi / The Book of Psalms Eberhard Bons / Ralph Brucker 4.2. Odai / Odai / The Book of Odes Ioan ChirilÄ / Siegfried Kreuzer 4.3. Psalmoi Solomontos / Psalms of Solomon Felix Albrecht 5. Wisdom Books 5.1. Paroimiai / Proverbia / Proverbs of Solomon Hans-Winfried JÃ"ngling 5.2. Ekklesiastes / Qohelet / Ecclesiastes Peter J. Gentry with Yun-Yeong Yi 5.3. Asma / Canticum Canticorum / Song of Songs Eva Schulz-FlÃ"gel 5.4. Job Markus Witte 5.5. Sophia Solomonos / Sapientia Salomonis / Wisdom of Solomon Helmut Engel 5.6. Sophia Sirach / Ekklesiasticus / The Wisdom of Jesus Son of Sirach Frank Ueberschaer 6. Prophetic Books 6.1. Dodekapropheton / The Twelve Prophets 6.1.0. Dodekapropheton / The Twelve Prophets: An Overview Cécile Dogniez 6.1.1. Osee/Hosea Jan Joosten 6.1.2. Amos Eberhard Bons 6.1.3. Michaias/Michaeas/Micah Cécile Dogniez / Jan Joosten 6.1.4. Joel Cécile Dogniez 6.1.5. Abdiu/Abdias/Obadiah Cécile Dogniez 6.1.6. Jonas/Jonah Cécile Dogniez 6.1.7. Naoum/Nahum Heinz-Josef Fabry 6.1.8. Ambakoum/Habacuc/Habakkuk Heinz-Josef Fabry 6.1.9. Sophonias/Zephaniah Jong-Hoon Kim 6.1.10. Aggaios/Aggaeus/Haggai Thomas Pola 6.1.11. Zacharias/Zechariah Thomas Pola 6.1.12. Malachias/Malachi Cécile Dogniez 6.2. Esaias/Isaias/Isaiah Arie van der Kooij 6.3. Jeremiah Writings 6.3.1. Jeremias/Ieremias/Jeremiah Pierre-Maurice Bogaert 6.3.2. Baruch Pierre-Maurice Bogaert 6.3.3. Threnoi/Lamentationes/Lamentations Frank Ueberschaer 6.3.4. Epistole Jeremiou / Epistola Ieremiae / Epistle of Jeremiah Benjamin Wright 6.4. Iezekiel/Ezechiel/Ezekiel Johan Lust 6.5. Daniel Writings 6.5.1. Daniel Marco Settembrini 6.5.2. Sousanna/Susanna/Susannah Heinz-Dieter Neef 6.5.3. Bel kai Drakon / Bel et Draco / Bel and the Dragon Heinz-Dieter Neef 7. The Septuagint and the New Testament 7.1. The Septuagint Text in Early Christianity Martin Karrer 7.2. The Significance of Septuagint Quotations in the New Testament against the Background of Old Testament Textual History Wolfgang Kraus
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Baylor University Press The Lord by Wisdom Founded the Earth
Book SynopsisIlluminates the Old Testament theological themes of creation and covenant, interpreting them through the lens of wisdom. Katharine Dell shifts attention from the Genesis accounts of creation to allow for a fresh reading from texts in Proverbs, Job, and Ecclesiastes.
£39.91
Baylor University Press Minor Prophets for Living
Book SynopsisTakes us to a portion of the Bible often overlooked in devotional and inspirational literature, showing how the prophets of Israel and Judah have much to teach us today. For each day of the year, Mark Lanier reflects on the words of these prophets, relates their messages to the struggles facing Christians today, and concludes with a prayer.
£27.96
Baylor University Press The Heights of the Hills Are His Also
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£16.96
Stanford University Press Reading the Hebrew Bible with Animal Studies
Book SynopsisAnimal studies may be a recent academic development, but our fascination with animals is nothing new. Surviving cave paintings are of animal forms, and closer to us, as Ken Stone points out, animals populate biblical literature from beginning to end. This book explores the significance of animal studies for the interpretation of the Hebrew Bible. The field has had relatively little impact on biblical interpretation to date, but combined with biblical scholarship, it sheds useful light on animals, animal symbolism, and the relations among animals, humans, and God—not only for those who study biblical literature and its ancient context, but for contemporary readers concerned with environmental, social, and animal ethics. Without the presence of domesticated and wild animals, neither biblical traditions nor the religions that make use of the Bible would exist in their current forms. Although parts of the Bible draw a clear line between humans and animals, other passages complicate that line in multiple ways and challenge our assumptions about the roles animals play therein. Engaging influential thinkers, including Jacques Derrida, Donna Haraway, and other experts in animal and ecological studies, Reading the Hebrew Bible with Animal Studies shows how prehumanist texts reveal unexpectedly relevant dynamics and themes for our posthumanist age.Trade Review"Most people who read the Hebrew Bible don't see or hear the animals. But they are everywhere, and they are complicated. This book looks at all of them—the good, the bad, and the ugly animals. Well worth reading if you are interested in literary studies, Biblical studies, or animals."—Laura Hobgood, Southwestern University"This was a book begging to be written, and I can think of no one better qualified to write it than Ken Stone. He has descended more deeply into the field of animal studies than any other scholar of the Hebrew Bible. His ecological sensibilities, theoretical acumen, and incisive exegetical arguments open up fresh perspectives on overread biblical texts and tired scholarly debates."—Stephen D. Moore, The Theological School, Drew University"Reading the Hebrew Bible with Animal Studies is an excellent book that offers a much-needed interface between biblical and animal studies....[Stone] gives biblical texts—and animals—the opportunity to contribute to both a complete reimagining of the Hebrew Bible and contemporary debates in animal studies. This monograph is poised to become a key work in the field."—Anne Létourneau, Reading Religion"Stone's monograph succeeds on several fronts. It serves as an excellent introduction to the field of animal studies for scholars who may not be familiar with this discipline. His applications of these ideas to biblical passages are always interesting, and often illuminate the text in new ways. What's more, the monograph offers a roadmap for scholars working with contemporary theories of all kinds as to how these theories can be introduced into biblical studies while building on the foundation of historical-critical scholarship."—Brandon R. Grafius, Horizons in Biblical Theology"This superb book fills a void in scholarship and deserves to be widely read....I strongly recommend it for scholars, pastors, graduate students, and other interested readers who care about animals and the future of our planet."––Barry R. Huff, Interpretation: A Journal of Bible and Theology"Ken Stone's groundbreaking work...invites readers to enter into the animal world to discover the contributions that animals have made not only to life in ancient Israel but also to the understanding of the Bible's poems and stories....[This] wonderfully crafted, insightful, and accessible book is a 'must read' for all humans on Planet Earth."—Carol J. Dempsey, OP, Horizons"In the context of a growing interest in the multiple relationships between human and other animals, this is an important contribution to the literature, which should enjoy a broad readership."—Philip J. Sampson, Journal of Animal EthicsTable of ContentsIntroduction: Reading the Hebrew Bible with Animal Studies 1. Israel's Companion Species and the Creation of Bibles 2. Tracking the Dogs of Exodus 3. The Chimera of Biblical Sacrifice 4. From Animal Hermeneutics to Animal Ethics 5. Israel's Wild Neighbors in the Zoological Gaze 6. The Psalmist, the Primatologist, and the Place of Animals in Biblical Religion 7. Reading the Hebrew Bible in an Age of Extinction
£19.79
Cognella, Inc Elementary Biblical Hebrew: An Introduction to
Book SynopsisElementary Biblical Hebrew: An Introduction to the Language and its History gives students a general overview of the language and focuses on its main characteristics. The text avoids a heavy-handed academic approach and instead emphasizes the basics of general understanding.Students are exposed to commentaries and word studies that provide a strong linguistic foundation while introducing Biblical Hebrew's primary components. Chapters include strategies and hints for learning the language, as well as activities and exercises that allow for application.The second edition features a new preface, fresh translation keys for Chapters 7 and 8, and new vocabulary words in Chapters 3 through 8.Elementary Biblical Hebrew takes an ancient language and places it in an engaging, relevant context to make it come alive for students. The text is enriched with charts, illustrations, and full-colour photography. It is an excellent choice for courses in the language, as well as introductory or survey courses on the Old Testament.
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