num_pages: 240
description: In this book Michael LeFebvre considers the calendars of the Pentateuch with their basis in the heavenly lights and the land's agricultural cadences. He argues that dates were added to Old Testament narratives not as journalistic details but to teach sacred rhythms of labor and worship. LeFebvre then applies this insight to the creation week finding that the days of creation also serve a liturgical purpose and not a scientific one. The Liturgy of Creation restores emphasis on the religious function of the creation week as a guide for Sabbath worship. Scholars students and church members alike will appreciate LeFebvre's careful scholarship and pastoral sensibilities.
language: English
title: The Liturgy of Creation: Understanding Calendars in Old Testament Context
publisher: IVP Academic