| The Abingdon Introduction to the Bible: Understanding Jewish and Christian Scriptures Contributor(s): Kaminsky, Joel S. (Author), Reasoner, Mark (Author), Lohr, Joel N. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1426751079 ISBN-13: 9781426751073 Publisher: Abingdon Press OUR PRICE: $41.39 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Biblical Studies - General - Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation - General |
| Dewey: 220.61 |
| LCCN: 2013041822 |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 6" W x 8.9" (1.15 lbs) 380 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This comprehensive introduction to the various collections of biblical literature used by Jews, Catholics, and Protestants gives the beginner clear, concise, and engaging entries into each book while covering major controversies. The authors show how various biblical books have influenced and continue to have an impact upon western ethics, politics, and, of course, religion. Using artistic renderings and charts, this book is student-friendly but communicates a depth of learning in a responsible and balanced fashion. A CHOICE Magazine Outstanding Academic Title of 2014. |
Contributor Bio(s): Lohr, Joel N.: - Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Joel N. Lohr is the dean of religious life and associate professor in the Gladys L. Benerd School of Education at University of the Pacific in Stockton, California.Kaminsky, Joel S.: - Joel S. Kaminsky is the Morningstar Family Professor of Jewish Studies and professor of Bible in the religion department at Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts.Reasoner, Mark: - Mark Reasoner is associate professor of theology at Marian University in Indianapolis, Indiana. |