| The Book of Judges Contributor(s): Webb, Barry G. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0802826288 ISBN-13: 9780802826282 Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company OUR PRICE: $53.09 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Biblical Studies - Old Testament - Historical Books - Religion | Biblical Commentary - Old Testament - Historical Books - Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation - Old Testament |
| Dewey: 222.320 |
| LCCN: 2012018250 |
| Series: New International Commentary on the Old Testament |
| Physical Information: 1.7" H x 6.2" W x 9.3" (1.90 lbs) 575 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Eminently readable, exegetically thorough, and written in an emotionally warm style that flows from his keen sensitivity to the text, Barry Webb's commentary on Judges is just what is needed to properly engage a dynamic, narrative work like the book of Judges. It discusses not only unique features of the stories themselves but also such issues as the violent nature of Judges, how women are portrayed in it, and how it relates to the Christian gospel of the New Testament. Webb concentrates throughout on what the biblical text itself throws into prominence, giving space to background issues only when they cast significant light on the foreground. For those who want more, the footnotes and bibliography provide helpful guidance. The end result is a welcome resource for interpreting one of the most challenging books in the Old Testament. |
Contributor Bio(s): Webb, Barry G.: - Barry G. Webb is senior research fellow emeritus in OldTestament at Moore Theological College, Sydney, Australia, where he taught for thirty-three years. Among his otherpublished works are The Book of the Judges: AnIntegrated Reading and Five Festal Garments: Christian Reflections on the Song of Songs, Ruth, Lamentations, Ecclesiastes and Esther. |