A Theological Introduction to the Old Testament
Contributors: Bruce C. Birch (Editor)
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Published: November 1999
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 475
ISBN-13: 9780687013487
Subjects: Biblical studies, criticism & exegesis; Christian theology; O.T.; Bible - Study - Old Testament; Old Testament; Religion; Religion - Theology - Biblical; O.T; Introductions; Bible.; Biblical Criticism & Interpretation - Old Testament; Biblical Studies - Old Testament; Christian Theology - General; Biblical Studies - General; Theology; Bible
First sentence: The Old Testament can be read from many different perspectives, and each contributes to the richness of meaning recognized in these texts by generations of readers.
Description: "This Theological Introduction to the Old Testament helps readers come to a critically informed understanding of the Old Testament as the church's scripture. It introduces the Old Testament both as a witness of ancient Israel and as a witness to the church and synagogue through the generations of those who have passed these texts on as scripture. It is intended primarily for introductory seminary students."--BOOK JACKET.