Originally published as part of the acclaimed Sheffield Guides series, this helpful study-guide is designed to meet the needs of students and general readers in a concise, accessible and affordable format.
The complete set of books will offer a comprehensive introduction to the Bible and related writings.
Each study-guide comprises -An Introduction to the content and message of the particular book -A survey of the significant critical issues -An assesment of recent scholarship -Signposts towards major critical works in the area -Annotated bibliographies
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Originally published as part of the acclaimed Sheffield Guides series, this helpful study-guide is designed to meet the needs of students and gener...
Ideal for beginning students and readers of all faiths or none, "The Original Story"is a comprehensive and lively guide to the Hebrew Bible. This richly informative volume provides a complete introduction to Old Testament history, archeology, geography, and textual interpretation all at an accessible level. The core of the book explores central biblical themes, including the character of God, the human condition, ethics, human suffering, and God's relationship with the people of Israel. The authors further consider various topics such as prophecy, law, and worship in the Old Testament. The...
Ideal for beginning students and readers of all faiths or none, "The Original Story"is a comprehensive and lively guide to the Hebrew Bible. This rich...