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The Hebrew Bible: A Critical Companion
Contributor(s): Barton, John (Editor)
ISBN: 0691154716     ISBN-13: 9780691154718
Publisher: Princeton University Press
OUR PRICE:   $47.52  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: June 2016
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BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation - Old Testament
- Religion | Biblical Commentary - General
- Religion | Biblical Studies - Old Testament - General
Dewey: 221.61
LCCN: 2015036308
Physical Information: 1.8" H x 6.2" W x 9.3" (2.20 lbs) 632 pages
Themes:
- Religious Orientation - Jewish
- Religious Orientation - Christian
 
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Publisher Description:

A comprehensive and accessible guide to the Hebrew Bible

This book brings together some of the world's most exciting scholars from across a variety of disciplines to provide a concise and accessible guide to the Hebrew Bible. It covers every major genre of book in the Old Testament together with in-depth discussions of major themes such as human nature, covenant, creation, ethics, ritual and purity, sacred space, and monotheism. This authoritative overview sets each book within its historical and cultural context in the ancient Near East, paying special attention to its sociological setting. It provides new insights into the reception of the books and the different ways they have been studied, from historical-critical enquiry to modern advocacy approaches such as feminism and liberation theology. It also includes a guide to biblical translations and textual criticism and helpful suggestions for further reading.

Featuring contributions from experts with backgrounds in the Jewish and Christian faith traditions as well as secular scholars in the humanities and social sciences, The Hebrew Bible is the perfect starting place for anyone seeking a user-friendly introduction to the Old Testament, and an invaluable reference book for students and teachers.

Contributor Bio(s): Barton, John: - John Barton is the Oriel and Laing Professor Emeritus of the Interpretation of Holy Scripture at the University of Oxford. His many books include Reading the Old Testament; Oracles of God: Perceptions of Ancient Prophecy in Israel after the Exile; and The Nature of Biblical Criticism.