These studies by an academic who is also a former practising lawyer seek to establish the principles of biblical law as represented in the Sinai traditions. Specific topics covered include adultery, family law, slavery, animals and wealth; respect for life and the general biblical moral tradition are also discussed. The collection also deals with wider issues of prophecy and law, the relationship of torah and mishpat (especially in relation to Second Isaiah), and laws in the book of Ruth, and includes a discussion of the place of biblical law in contemporary society.

The story of David - his surprising selection by the prophet Samuel, his tortured relations with Saul and his family, his passionate and reckless love for Bathsheba, and the appalling tragedies within his own family - has made this flawed but courageous king one of the most exciting characters in the Bible. Yet despite his turbulent life, he remained the 'man after God's own heart' and the inspiration for Israel's future Messiah. In David: A story of passion and tragedy, Anthony Phillips reflects on the life and work of the great warrior-king of Israel. He shows how David's story came to be...

This successful volume of essays makes a contribution to the study of Old Testament prophets.

The Passion of God provides a timely reminder in Lent that it is only by dying that we can live - only through death that resurrection lies. As the author says in the Preface 'Never has St Paul's commitment to the preaching of Christ Crucified been more urgent'. This collection of sermons given on special occasions is brought together to celebrate the complementary truths of the gospel - the joy in God's unimaginable love and the response that such love must evoke. May they give encouragement to all during the season of Lent, but at other times too.