Barton, John
The Hebrew Bible: A Critical Companion
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691154718
- author:
- Barton, John
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 632
- Dimensions:
- 6.30(w) x 9.30(h) x 1.80(d)
- Genre:
- Religious History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A comprehensive guide to the Hebrew Bible brings together leading scholars from diverse disciplines to provide an accessible overview of this ancient text. This authoritative book explores every major genre of the Old Testament, examining key themes such as human nature, covenant, creation, ethics, ritual and purity, sacred space, and monotheism. Each book is placed within its historical and cultural context in the ancient Near East, with attention to its sociological setting. The book also offers new insights into the reception of the texts and various approaches to studying them, including historical-critical enquiry and modern advocacy methods. A guide to biblical translations and textual criticism is included, along with suggestions for further reading. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking a user-friendly introduction to the Old Testament or requiring a detailed reference text for study or teaching purposes.
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