Old Testaments Books
Faithlife Corporation God Behind the Scenes
Book SynopsisAlthough the book of Esther contains no direct references to God, his fingerprints can be found all over it. In God Behind the Scenes, Wayne K. Barkhuizen helps us trace the unseen hand of God throughout the Esther narrative, while pointing out how the book is still relevant today. As we walk through the book, we'll see how God was indeed active in preserving the people through whom the Messiah, Jesus Christ, would one day come.Trade ReviewWayne Barkhuizen has produced a most helpful guide for anyone seeking more insight into the treasured story of Esther. This compact commentary is embedded with interesting nuggets while still keeping pace with the flow of the narrative. It's also a great reminder for someone like myself, with a Jewish/Gentile family background, of the rich heritage we have in a gracious God who has acted in history to save his people from bondage in Egypt, genocide in Persia and, ultimately, eternity in hell through the timely rescue of our crucified Messiah. This book will encourage you to rejoice and trust in the God who is always present, even when it seems like he is not!--Rt. Rev. Glenn Lyons, presiding bishop of REACH-SA"Wayne Barkhuizen has done the Church of Christ worldwide a great favor with his book God Behind the Scenes. Here is an excellent presentation of the message of the book of Esther. Written simply and very engagingly, Wayne puts Esther in historical perspective and also succeeds in putting flesh and blood on all the characters in the story. This book is a great reminder of the providence and sovereignty of God over all of life and his special care for his own people. Wayne reminds us that God's love, ultimately displayed through his Son our Lord Jesus on the cross, is shown in Esther to be constantly in action behind the scenes, even in the most precarious circumstances. Wayne puts the reader in touch with the main themes of the book--complete with occasional historical references that are very helpful--then skillfully draws all these themes together at the end. This is an altogether helpful book that will not only be a great help to individual Christians but also helpful for those who meet in group studies. I highly recommend it."--Rt. Rev. Frank Retief, former presiding bishop of REACH-SA"The book of Esther poses numerous challenges for Christian readers. Barkhuizen helpfully guides us through the story to understand the God who, though never named, stands behind it and with his people. This guidance, along with theological reflections throughout, shows how and why this book remains important today."--David Firth, author of The Message of Esther"Wayne Barkhuizen has given us a fresh and insightful take on the book of Esther. ... [T]he author takes us through the book as Christian Scripture, deepening our appreciation of the magnificent providence of God at work in the history of the Jewish people. Simply written, this book will be a help to preachers, teachers, and general readers."--Rev. Dr. David Seccombe, retired principal of George Whitefield College, South Africa"I feel privileged to commend Wayne Barkhuizen's wonderful little book on a wonderful Old Testament story. If you want the book of Esther to light up, this is the way in for you. I can't think of a better one. And the message where God is seen working in a sovereign and hidden way in the darkest of times comes through with deep relevance for us in these present times of deep national, international, and personal stress and distress. Wayne shows how this little Old Testament book speaks with deep meaning directly into our own contemporary and troubled context. This volume also vividly illustrates how big dynamite can come in a small package. Read, study, put a bomb under your seat, and be inspired."--Michael Cassidy, founder of African Enterprise, author of The Church Jesus Prayed For"Wayne Barkhuizen has written a highly readable and insightful guide for individuals or groups studying the book of Esther. The reflection questions are sure to inspire some lively thought--and debate! I can recommend it highly to Bible readers who want to begin digging deeper into this fascinating narrative."--Anthony Tomasino, author of Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary Esther and Evangelical Exegetical Commentary Esther
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Wipf & Stock Publishers A Commentary on Daniel
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Xulon Press SATAN vs. GOD
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£20.96
Society of Biblical Literature Reading Gender in Judges: An Intertextual
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£49.50
Xulon Press Daniel 11: A Message for God's End-time People
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£13.20
Xlibris Us Moses: A Multi-Faceted Leader, a Tragic Leader
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£10.95
Xlibris Us Moses: A Multi-Faceted Leader, a Tragic Leader
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£18.00
Resource Publications (CA) Work and Vocation through the Lens of
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Faithlife Corporation Job: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary
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£36.79
Waverley Abbey Trust Genesis 12-50: Founding Fathers of Faith
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.A closer look at the lives of Old Testament patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Joshua.The book of Genesis reveals a family history – a human history – with division, forgiveness, betrayal, and love. Generation after generation, God is at work in these otherwise ordinary people, and despite their many failings, we can see the character and hand of God in the lives of our spiritual forefathers.These seven insightful sessions help us to realise that: God has a purpose for each of our lives, and is constantly working out His redemptive plan for humanityThere are significant parallels between these ancient stories and the teachings of JesusDespite being highly revered, these figures shared the same human nature that we do, and we can learn from them todayIcebreakers, Bible readings, eye openers, discussion starters, personal application make this a rich resource for group or individual study.
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Inter-Varsity Press Habakkuk
Book SynopsisWho is in control? The sustained threat from rogue states, international terrorism, religious extremists, and moral confusion arising from liberal views of all kinds begs the question: what is happening to our world? Is no-one in control? This is a deep vulnerability that many people express. And not simply in global events. Our own personal world often seems out of control as we reel from suffering, family tragedies and unanswered prayers. The prophet Habakkuk knew that God was in control but, like us, his personal experience seemed to contradict this and he wrestled with the tension. This book is a dialogue between the prophet and God. Habakkuk confronts God with his confusion and, in doing so, he expresses the voice of the godly in Judah and he speaks for us. We join in the journey from 'why?' to worship.Trade ReviewAn absolute joy to read. (Comment on an earlier volume in the series) * Youthwork *
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Inter-Varsity Press Nahum, Habakkuk and Zephaniah: An Introduction
Book SynopsisNahum's prophecy of Nineveh's coming destruction. Habakkuk's probing dialogue with the Lord of Israel. Zephaniah's warning to Jerusalem's last great king. The texts of these minor but important prophets receive a fresh analysis in this introduction and commentary. Fanie Snyman considers each book's historical setting, structure and literary features as well as important theological themes.
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Langham Global Library Ezra and Nehemiah: A Pastoral and Contextual
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Teleioteti The Law: A Journal for the Hebrew Scriptures
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Teleioteti Deuteronomy: A Journal for the Hebrew Scriptures
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De Gruyter Emotions from Ben Sira to Paul
Book SynopsisAlthough our human emotions greatly influence our lives, there have been few studies of emotions in biblical texts. Hence the 2010 meeting of the International Society for the Study of Deuterocanonical and Cognate Literature in Salzburg (Austria) was devoted to the topic of "Emotions, Feelings, and Affects within Deuterocanonical and Cognate Literature". This pioneering volume arising from the conference includes medical, musical, philosophical, historical, archaeological, literary, and theological studies of emotions, with a major focus on biblical and related texts.
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JCB Mohr (Paul Siebeck) Der Weg des Lebens: Psalm 16 und das Lebens- und
Book SynopsisDer Gott des Alten Testaments trat erst im Zuge einer langen Entwicklung in ein Verhältnis zu den Toten, so daß in spätalttestamentlicher Zeit die Hoffnung auf ein Leben nach dem Tod entstehen konnte. Einen wichtigen Schritt auf diesem Weg stellen die Individualpsalmen dar (Klage- und Danklieder des einzelnen, Psalm 16; 49 und 73). Kathrin Liess untersucht das Lebens- und Todesverständnis dieser Psalmen und ihren Beitrag zur Ausbildung einer Lebenshoffnung über den Tod hinaus, wie sie sich in spätalttestamentlicher Zeit in den Auferstehungstexten findet. Im Zentrum der Untersuchung stehen die Exegese und die theologiegeschichtliche Einordnung von Psalm 16. Mit seinem Vertrauen auf eine bleibende Lebensgemeinschaft mit Gott und eine lebenslange Bewahrung vor dem Tod steht dieser Psalm an der Nahtstelle zwischen den Klage- und Dankpsalmen des einzelnen (Rettung aus dem "Tod mitten im Leben") und dem Weisheitspsalm 73 (Gottesgemeinschaft über den Tod hinaus). Die Untersuchung dieser Psalmen versteht sich als biblisch-theologischer Beitrag zur Erforschung der langen Vorgeschichte der neutestamentlichen Auferstehungshoffnung.
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JCB Mohr (Paul Siebeck) The Samaritans in Flavius Josephus
Book SynopsisThe first-century C.E. Jewish historian Flavius Josephus is our main source of information for the early history of the Samaritans, a community closely related to Judaism whose development as an independent religion is commonly dated in the Hellenistic-Roman period. Josephus' two main works, Jewish War and Jewish Antiquities, contain a number of passages that purport to describe the origin, character and actions of the Samaritans. In composing his histories, Josephus drew on different sources, some identifiable others unknown to us. Contemporary Josephus research has shown that he did so not as a mere compiler but as a creative writer who selected and quoted his sources carefully and deliberately and employed them to express his personal views. Rather than trying to isolate and identify Josephus' authorities and to determine the meaning these texts had in their original setting, Reinhard Pummer examines what Josephus himself intended to convey to his audience when he depicted the Samaritans in the way he did. He attempts to combine composition criticism and historical research and argues that the differences in Josephus' portrayal of the Samaritans in War on the one hand and in Antiquities on the other are due to the different aims the historian pursued in the two works.
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Independently Published Sha'arei Torah: Portões da Torah - BERESHIT 1
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Our Daily Bread Publishing Journey to Freedom: Discovering the God of
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Faithlife Corporation Freed to Be Gods Family
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Toby Press Ltd I Believe: A Weekly Reading of the Jewish Bible
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Crossway Books How to Read and Understand the Psalms
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Psalms Through the Centuries Volume 1
Book SynopsisThis is the first of a two-volume Bible commentary covering the Psalms and examining the role of these biblical poems throughout Jewish and Christian history. Volume One provides a fascinating introduction to the literary, historical, and theological background of psalmody.Trade Review“Dr Gillingham has already published widely on the Psalms, and we look forward to her second volume.” (Journal of Theological Studies, 1 October 2013) “A most impressive piece of work ...The coverage is truly encyclopaedic in scope and nothing seems to have escaped Gillingham’s attention.” —Journal for the Study of the Old Testament “Gillingham meticulously masters the diverse reception history of the psalms ... Every page is bursting with solid research and influential insight. An invaluable addition to the field.” —Religious Studies Review “This wonderful book whets the appetite both for its second volume, and for more volumes of this valuable series … [A] highly innovative and promising project.” —International Review of Biblical StudiesTable of ContentsList of Illustrations xi Series Editors’ Preface xiii Preface xv Preface to the Paperback Edition xvii Works Cited xix Introduction: Towards a Reception-History Commentary on the Psalms 1 1 The Eleventh Century BCE to the Fifth Century CE: Translation, Exposition, Instruction, Liturgy and the Prophetic Bias 5 Jewish Reception 5 From Composition to Compilation to Translation 5 Exposition: The Prophetic Bias 9 Instruction through Imitations of Psalms 11 Christian Reception 13 The Psalms as Prophecies in the New Testament 14 The Psalms as Prophecies in the Church Fathers 24 Alexandrian Commentators 28 Liturgical Adaptations of the Psalms 40 Christian Liturgy 40 Jewish Liturgy 43 Concluding Observations 46 2 The Fifth to Eleventh Centuries: Liturgy, Exposition, Artistic Representation 47 Christian Reception 47 Liturgy 47 Exposition, Homily, Translation 55 Artistic Representation 62 Jewish Reception 68 Liturgy 68 Translation, Exposition, Homily 71 Artistic Representation 75 Concluding Observations 75 3 The Eleventh to Fifteenth Centuries: Learning and Discerning 77 Jewish and Christian Controversies through Exegetical Works 77 Preliminary Considerations 77 Jewish Commentators 82 Christian Commentators 87 Christian and Jewish Artists 95 Christian Illumination 95 Jewish Illumination 104 Christian and Jewish Didactic Works 113 Christian Writers 113 Jewish Writers 117 Christian and Jewish Liturgy 120 Christian Adaptations 120 Jewish Adaptations 123 Translation in Christian Tradition 123 Concluding Observations 130 4 The Fifteenth to Seventeenth Centuries: Democratization and Dissemination 131 Reception as Translation: Christian Responses 131 Commentary, Liturgy, Homily and Translation on the Continent 131 Liturgy, Homily and Translation in England and Scotland 146 Reception as Aesthetic Representation: Jewish and Christian Responses 163 Jewish Reception through Art and Music 163 Christian Reception through Art, Literary Imitation and Music 166 Concluding Observations 190 5 The Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries: Secularization and Revitalization 192 Christian Responses 194 Exegetical Works 194 Devotional Works 203 Musical Reception 220 Reception through Liturgy 228 Translations of Psalmody 230 Jewish Responses 234 Reception as Translation and Liturgy 234 Reception as Homily and Exegesis 237 Aesthetic Responses 239 Concluding Observations 240 6 The Twentieth to Twenty-First Centuries: Pluralism and Ecumenism 242 Christian and Jewish Translations of Psalmody 246 Liturgy and Psalmody in Christian and Jewish Traditions 254 Exegetical Studies, Christian and Jewish 266 Devotional Works, Christian and Jewish 282 Aesthetic Responses, Christian and Jewish 290 Concluding Observations 307 Conclusion: From Introduction to Commentary 309 Glossary 313 References 322 Index of Psalms 351 Index of Names 361 Subject Index 368
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Lexham Academic 1 Samuel Evangelical Exegetical Commentary
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Faithlife Corporation Evil in Genesis
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Crossway Books The Dawning of Redemption
Book SynopsisIn this accessible book, Ian J. Vaillancourt gives Christians a helpful introduction to the Pentateuch as the essential first act in the Bible's grand story of redemption.
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Cambridge University Press Why the Bible Began
Book SynopsisDemonstrating how the Old Testament or Hebrew Bible represents the first, and one of the most elaborate, projects of 'peoplehood,' Wright tells the dramatic story of the Bible's origins in relation to 1) a longstanding political division between North and South (Israel and Judah) and 2) the traumatic experience of defeat.Trade Review'The Bible began, Jacob Wright argues, for reasons that have everything to do with why the termsnation and religion remain so fearfully combustible to this day. A large and important topic engaged in a fresh and welcome way.' Jack Miles, author of the Pulitzer-Prize winning God: A Biography'Profoundly insightful. Wright demonstrates how ancient Israel and Judah developed the resources to construct a resilient nationhood not in spite of but, paradoxically, because of the experience of military defeat, economic devastation, and diaspora. No other kingdom of the ancient Near East was able to do so. Today, as so many communities, peoples and nations face similar critical threats to their existence, Wright's book provides a fascinating and incisively argued case study of how one people drew upon its cultural resources not simply to survive but to generate a vibrantly creative intellectual and spiritual tradition.' Carol A. Newsom, Candler Professor Emerita of Old Testament/Hebrew Bible, Emory University'This book takes questions about the Bible's origins to another level of historical inquiry…. Superbly written and a fascinating approach that expands the normal range of biblical studies in a remarkable way!' Konrad Schmid, co-author of The Making of the Bible: From the First Fragments to Sacred Scripture'By one of the brightest minds in the field, this is a book on the Bible that all will want to read: an exquisitely written and innovative tribute to the nameless scribes who responded to destruction and defeat by building a powerful new form of community that no army could conquer. Venturing beyond the Bible's religious teachings to its political and social dimensions, Wright's tour de force demonstrates why this body of literature still matters for us today.' Rabbi Tamara Cohn Eskenazi, Professor and President of the Society of Biblical Literature, 2024'What a compelling read, and I found myself enthralled! This beautifully written work offers fresh insights on the origins of the People of the Book. It not only draws on the most recent historical research, but also incorporates contemporary approaches such as trauma hermeneutics, gender, and postcolonial criticism in a way that makes it feel that these approaches are central to the project and not merely an afterthought. The presence of female characters especially struck me as we move from the nation's earliest origins, with a Family Story becoming a People's History and the National Narrative supplementing a Palace History. Indeed, this book speaks of writing to survive as the voices of the people of protest are preserved for us amidst the pages of the biblical witness.' L. Juliana Claassens, author of Writing and Reading to Survive'A revelation, even to those who have read the Bible for a lifetime! We witness how in the aftermath of catastrophic defeat and devastation, the biblical authors fashioned a new form of political community--one in which a shared body of texts provided common ground for deeply divided communities and the marginalized in their communities. At the heart of the Hebrew Bible is, as Wright shows, not a creed but a question: What does it mean to be a people? In our time of deepening divisions, both this question and the ways in which these ancient writers addressed it deserve renewed, and serious, attention.' Robert M. Franklin, President Emeritus, Morehouse College'Wright's analysis is often brilliant and persuasive, leading us to see ideological fractures in texts that we thought we knew. And though much of the textual history will be familiar to scholars who have gone deep into the weeds, or the bulrushes, Wright does a terrific job of bringing it forward for his readers.' Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker'[a] landmark study … Thought-provoking and scrupulously researched, this is a tour de force.' Unsigned, Publisher's WeeklyTable of ContentsI. The Rise and Fall: 1. Abraham and Sarah: From One to the Many; 2. Miriam: Empire and Exodus; 3. Deborah: A New Dawn; 4. David: Between North and South; 5. Ahab and Jezebel: Putting Israel on the Map; 6. Jehu and Elisha: Israel's Downfall and Judah's Jubilation; 7. Hezekiah and Isaiah: Putting Judah on the Map; 8. Josiah and Huldah: Judah's Downfall and Deportation; II. Admitting Defeat: 9. Daughter Zion: Finding One's Voice; 10. The Creator: Comforting the Afflicted; 11. Haggai the Prophet: Laying the Foundation; 12. Nehemiah the Builder: Restoring Judean Pride; 13. Ezra the Educator: Becoming a People of the Book; 14. Hoshayahu the Soldier: Peoplehood as a Pedagogical Project; III. A New Narrative: 15. Jeremiah and Baruch: A Monument to Defeat; 16. Isaac and Rebekah: The Family Story; 17. Moses and Joshua: The People's History; 18. Hannah and Samuel: The Palace History; 19. Solomon and the Queen of Sheba: The National Narrative; 20. Jonah: The Prophets as Survival Literature; 21. Yhwh's People: Codes, Covenant, and Kinship; IV. A People of Protest: 22. Matriarch: Women and the Biblical Agenda; 23. The Hero: Redefining Gender Roles; 24. The Other: Tales of War, Outsiders, and Allegiance; 25. The Soldier: Sacrificial Death and Eternal Life; 26. Prophet and Priest: Open Access and Separation of Powers; 27. The Sage: Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes; 28. The Poet: The Song of Songs and Psalms; 29. The Queen: Peoplehood without Piety.
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Maggid Leviticus: A Parsha Companion
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Koren Publishers The Koren Tanakh Maalot, Magerman Edition
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Toby Press Ltd Judaism's Life-Changing Ideas: A Weekly Reading
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Crossway Books Sex Race and the Sovereignty of God
Book SynopsisJohn Piper demonstrates the great relevance and unchanging realities of the book of Ruth by examining its overarching themes: the sovereignty of God, the sexual nature of humanity, and the gospel of God's mercy for the undeserving.
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Penguin Books Ltd The Bible According to Spike Milligan
Book SynopsisThe Old Testament: but more mad, more merry, more... Milligan!And God said, Let there be light; and there was light, but Eastern Electricity Board said He would have to wait until Thursday to be connected.There have been many interpretations of the Old Testament over the centuries but never one quite like this. Spike Milligan has rewritten, in his own inimitable style, many of the best-known stories of the Old Testament, featuring characters like King my brain hurts Solomon, the great oaf of a giant Goliath and the lesser-known crossword clue, Hushai the Archite.Believers and non-believers alike will enjoy this hilarious re-working, where the jokes, jests and jibes tumble over each other from Chapter One, Verse One until kingdom come.Trade ReviewThat absolutely glorious way of looking at things differently. A great man -- Stephen FryA totally original comedy writer -- Michael PalinClose in stature to Lewis Carroll and Edward Lear in his command of the profound art of nonsense * Guardian *Manifestly a genius, a comic surrealist genius and had no equal -- Terry Wogan
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Crossway Books How to Read and Understand the Biblical Prophets
Book SynopsisUsing illustrations and clear examples, leading Old Testament scholar Peter Gentry helps readers understand how to read the prophetic texts as they were intended to be read.
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Lexham Academic 2 Samuel Evangelical Exegetical Commentary
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Taylor & Francis The Ancient Israelite World
Book SynopsisThis volume presents a collection of studies by international experts on various aspects of ancient Israelâs society, economy, religion, language, culture, and history, synthesizing archaeological remains and integrating them with discussions of ancient Near Eastern and biblical texts.Driven by theoretically and methodologically informed discussions of the archaeology of the Iron Age Levant, the 47 chapters in The Ancient Israelite World provide foundational, accessible, and detailed studies in their respective topics. The volume considers the history of interpretation of ancient Israel, studies on various aspects of ancient Israelâs society and history, and avenues for present and future approaches to the ancient Israelite world. Accompanied by over 150 maps and figures, it allows the reader to gain an understanding of key issues that archaeologists, historians and biblical scholars have faced and are currently facing as they attempt to better understand ancient Israe
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Kohlhammer W. The Preposition Min
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JCB Mohr (Paul Siebeck) Körperbilder in den Psalmen: Studien zu Psalm 22
Book SynopsisKörperbilder sind ein in der Forschung lange Zeit vernachlässigter, jedoch zentraler Bestandteil der Bildsprache der Psalmen. Welche Bedeutung einzelne Körperbilder haben, wie ihre Funktion im Gebetsprozess zu bestimmen ist und in welchem Verhältnis die Körperbilder zu anderen Bildkreisen stehen, untersucht Dörte Bester exemplarisch am Beispiel von Psalm 22. Nach einer textkritischen, kompositorischen und literarkritischen Analyse des 22. Psalms, die auch das "betende Ich" als Subjekt des Psalms reflektiert, wird eine Einzelauslegung vorgelegt, in der die zahlreichen körperbezogenen Aussagen des Psalms einen Schwerpunkt bilden. Weitere alttestamentliche Texte, vor allem aus dem Hiobbuch und dem Psalter, werden vergleichend herangezogen. Die Autorin weist nach, dass sich am Körper des betenden Ichs und in den verwendeten Körperbildern wie in einem Brennglas die Prozesse abbilden, die die Dynamik von Klage und Bitte, Lob und Dank bestimmen und das betende Ich von der Klage "mein Herz ist wie Wachs" (Ps 22,15) zu dem Wunsch führen "Leben möge euer Herz für immer" (Ps 22,27). Mit einem thematisch fokussierten Forschungsüberblick und für die Exegese fruchtbar gemachten Erkenntnissen der Sozialwissenschaften wird die exegetische Studie in die gegenwärtige Forschungsdiskussion eingeordnet. Dörte Bester leistet somit einen Beitrag zur Psalmenforschung wie zur alttestamentlichen Anthropologie.
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Inter-Varsity Press Abraham (Lifebuilder Study Guides): Hearing God's
Book SynopsisIt sounded implausible. God promised an old, childless man that his descendants would be as numerous as the stars. Yet Abraham chose to believe God, embarking on a transforming, lifelong journey of faith and obedience. As Jack Kuhatschek leads us through these nine studies on Abraham’s life, we will learn to be people who listen to, obey and trust God and the promises that he has made to us as well. With more than 130 titles, the LifeBuilder Bible Studies series delivers sound biblical content and raises thought-provoking questions. It provides a unique Bible study experience for individuals and groups.
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd An Introduction to the Old Testament
Book SynopsisThis comprehensive, introductory textbook is unique in exploring the emergence of the Hebrew Bible in the broader context of world history. It particularly focuses on the influence of pre-Roman empires, empowering students with a richer understanding of Old Testament historiography. Provides a historical context for students learning about the development and changing interpretations of biblical texts Examines how these early stories were variously shaped by interaction with the Mesopotamian and Egyptian, Assyrian, Babylonian, Persian, and Hellenistic empires Incorporates recent research on the formation of the Pentateuch Reveals how key biblical texts came to be interpreted by Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faiths Includes numerous student-friendly features, such as study questions, review sections, bibliographies, timelines, and illustrations and photos Trade Review"Carr's book is an excellent introduction to what mainstream (non-evangelical) scholars have come to believe about ancient Israel's literary history." (International Review of Biblical Studies, 2010)Table of ContentsList of Figures vi List of Maps viii List of Boxes ix Preface xii Acknowledgments xiv List of Abbreviations xvi Overview of the Historical Period xvii Timeline xviii Prologue: Orientation to Multiple Bibles and Multiple Translations 1 1 Studying the Bible in Its Ancient Context(s) 15 2 The Emergence of Ancient Israel and Its First Oral Traditions 33 3 The Emergence of the Monarchy and Royal and Zion Texts 53 4 Echoes of Past Empires in Biblical Wisdom, Love Poetry, Law, and Narrative 71 5 Narrative and Prophecy amidst the Rise and Fall of the Northern Kingdom 91 6 Micah, Isaiah, and the Southern Prophetic Encounter with Assyria 115 7 Torah and History in the Wake of the Assyrian Empire 131 8 Prophecy in the Transition from Assyrian to Babylonian Domination 153 9 Laments, History, and Prophecies after the Destruction of Jerusalem 165 10 The Pentateuch and the Exile 187 11 The Torah, the Psalms, and the Persian-Sponsored Rebuilding of Judah 207 12 Other Texts Formed in the Crucible of Post-Exilic Rebuilding 229 13 Hellenistic Empires and the Formation of the Hebrew Bible 245 Glossary 264 Index 273
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Baker Publishing Group From Paradise to the Promised Land – An
Book SynopsisThis accessibly written textbook has been a popular introduction to the Pentateuch for over twenty-five years. It identifies the major themes of the first five books of the Bible and offers an overview of their contents. Unlike some academic studies, it focuses on how the books from Genesis to Deuteronomy form a continuous story that provides an important foundation for understanding the whole Bible. This new edition has been substantially updated throughout to reflect the author's refined judgments and to address the future of pentateuchal studies.Table of ContentsContentsPart 1: The Main Themes of the Pentateuch1. An Overview of the Pentateuch2. God's Temple-City3. The Royal Lineage in Genesis4. The Blessing of the Nations5. Paradise Lost6. By Faith Abraham . . .7. Who Is the Lord?8. The Passover9. The Covenant at Sinai10. The Tabernacle11. Be Holy12. The Sacrificial System13. The Clean and the Unclean Foods14. Toward the Promised Land15. Murmurings16. Love and Loyalty17. Why Israel?18. The Pentateuch and the Biblical MetanarrativePart 2: Pentateuchal Criticism19. Introduction to Pentateuchal Criticism20. The Rise of the Documentary Hypothesis21. Going behind the Documents22. The Documentary Hypothesis under Threat23. Exodus 19:1-31:18--a Test Case24. The Future of Pentateuchal StudiesIndexes
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OUP USA Oxford Handbook of Biblical Narrative
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Word for Word Bible Comics The Book of Jonah: Word for Word Bible Comic: NIV
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Kregel Publications Exploring the Minor Prophets
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Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City Nbbc Joshua A Commentary in the Wesleyan
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Jewish Publication Society The JPS Bible Commentary Ruth
Book SynopsisProvides a critical, line-by-line commentary of the biblical text, presented in its original Hebrew, complete with vocalization and cantillation marks, as well as the 1985 JPS English translation. The extensive introduction places the book within its historical, literary, and critical context, discusses contemporary interpretations of the story of Ruth, and examines its major motifs and themes.Trade Review“Ruth, the newest in The JPS Bible Commentary series, is a magnificent achievement. This commentary by Tamara Cohn Eskenazi and Tikva Frymer-Kensky is an important addition to the extant scholarship on this biblical book.”—Jewish Book World"The JPS Bible Commentary: Ruth is a product of the contemporary world and gives voice to contemporary concerns."—David J. Zucker, Women in Judaism
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Toby Press Ltd Exodus: A Parsha Companion
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Toby Press Ltd Genesis: A Parsha Companion
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