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An indispensable guide for exploring the literary, historical, and theological issues behind the Old Testament—now fully updated.
The purpose of studying the Old Testament is to understand God and his redemptive work more fully. However, this goal is complicated by the fact that it was transmitted through a very different language and culture from our own. A Survey of the Old Testament addresses background information, purpose, message, structure, and major themes of the Old Testament to help readers understand its message and relevance.
Chapters introducing each major section of the Old Testament are included, as are chapters dealing with issues of interpretation, hermeneutics, theology, geography, archaeology, history, formation of the Old Testament canon, and the Old Testament's relationship to the New Testament. The fourth edition features a renewed focus on purpose, theology, and message while also providing a more succinct textbook less intimidating to students.
Features included for each book of the Old Testament:
- Writing of the Book
- Background
- Outline of the Book
- Purpose and Message
- Structure and Organization
- Major Themes
- Questions for Further Study and Discussion
- Further Reading
Complete with updated full-color maps, photos, timelines, and charts, the latest edition of this widely acclaimed textbook is a useful and readable tool for students and other readers who wish to better understand the Old Testament and God's redemptive work.
Editions of Survey of the Old Testament
- EBook
- ISBN 9780310119579
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An indispensable guide for exploring the literary, historical, and theological issues behind the Old Testament—now fully updated.
The purpose of studying the Old Testament is to understand God and his redemptive work more fully. However, this goal is complicated by the fact that it was transmitted through a very different language and culture from our own. A Survey of the Old Testament addresses background information, purpose, message, structure, and major themes of the Old Testament to help readers understand its message and relevance.
Chapters introducing each major section of the Old Testament are included, as are chapters dealing with issues of interpretation, hermeneutics, theology, geography, archaeology, history, formation of the Old Testament canon, and the Old Testament's relationship to the New Testament. The fourth edition features a renewed focus on purpose, theology, and message while also providing a more succinct textbook less intimidating to students.
Features included for each book of the Old Testament:
- Writing of the Book
- Background
- Outline of the Book
- Purpose and Message
- Structure and Organization
- Major Themes
- Questions for Further Study and Discussion
- Further Reading
Complete with updated full-color maps, photos, timelines, and charts, the latest edition of this widely acclaimed textbook is a useful and readable tool for students and other readers who wish to better understand the Old Testament and God's redemptive work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Survey of the Old Testament about?
An indispensable guide for exploring the literary, historical, and theological issues behind the Old Testament—now fully updated.
The purpose of studying the Old Testament is to understand God and his redemptive work more fully. However, this goal is complicated by the fact that it was transmitted through a very different language and culture from our own. A Survey of the Old Testament addresses background information, purpose, message, structure, and major themes of the Old Testament to help readers understand its message and relevance.
Chapters introducing each major section of the Old Testament are included, as are chapters dealing with issues of interpretation, hermeneutics, theology, geography, archaeology, history, formation of the Old Testament canon, and the Old Testament's relationship to the New Testament. The fourth edition features a renewed focus on purpose, theology, and message while also providing a more succinct textbook less intimidating to students.
Features included for each book of the Old Testament:
- Writing of the Book
- Background
- Outline of the Book
- Purpose and Message
- Structure and Organization
- Major Themes
- Questions for Further Study and Discussion
- Further Reading
Complete with updated full-color maps, photos, timelines, and charts, the latest edition of this widely acclaimed textbook is a useful and readable tool for students and other readers who wish to better understand the Old Testament and God's redemptive work.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Survey of the Old Testament?
Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs > Aspects of religion > Criticism and exegesis of sacred texts
Where can I read a sample of Survey of the Old Testament?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780310119579
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Survey of the Old Testament?
Andrew E. Hill, John H. Walton
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Survey of the Old Testament is available as ebook(ISBN 9780310119579)
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