num_pages: 704
description: Presents a study of the Old Testament by interweaving historical, archeological, literary, and religious perspectives. The book traces the story of the people of Israel from the Exodus in the time of Moses through the dawn of the Common Era. It considers the importance of literary criticism and other methods for understanding the literature of ancient Israel; treats the latest archaeological discoveries that illuminate the Old Testament period.
language: English
title: Understanding the Old Testament
titlecomplete: Understanding the Old Testament
genres: Christianity, History, Religion, Theology, Reference, Old Testament, Christian, Textbooks, Nonfiction, Scripture
ratings_count: 222
publisher: Pearson