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A Theological Introduction to the Old Testament
Contributor(s): Hamilton, Mark W. (Author)
ISBN: 0190203110     ISBN-13: 9780190203115
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
OUR PRICE:   $44.64  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: August 2018
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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Theology
- Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation - Old Testament
- Religion | Ancient
Dewey: 221.61
LCCN: 2017032763
Physical Information: 1.2" H x 6.4" W x 9.4" (1.60 lbs) 432 pages
Themes:
- Religious Orientation - Christian
 
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Publisher Description:
The book known as the Old Testament is actually a collection of stories, songs, prophetic addresses, wise sayings, and other bits of literature composed over centuries and compiled for the use of worshiping communities. These texts appeared in ancient Israel, reflecting its traumas and less
frequent triumphs. Far from being comfortable texts that sedate over-stimulated readers, they offer critique of the powerful for the sake of those for whom the only tool of overcoming oppression is language itself. Because of the distance in time and cultural experience, the Old Testament is often
inaccessible to modern readers. This introduction bridges that distance and makes the connections across time and culture come alive.

The Bible assembles a wide range of literary types because of the needs of the communities first using it as they preserved the legacy of their past, good and bad, for the sake of a viable future. Their legacy continues as relevant as ever. This introduction, then, seeks to help readers make sense
of the variety and hear within it points of commonality as well. The Old Testament is a book readers look to for meaning. Christian readers, especially, have difficulty connecting with the theological meanings of the texts. Mark Hamilton offers an introduction that addresses theological issues
directly and sensitively. Considering the massive sweep of literary types and ways of expressing ideas about God, A Theological Introduction to the Old Testament offers an alternative to introductions based solely on historical or literary themes.