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Understanding the Old Testament, Abridged and Updated, 4th Edition

Bernhard W. Anderson, Princeton Theological Seminary

Katheryn Pfisterer Darr, Boston University School of Theology

Format	Paper
ISBN-13:	9780139483998
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Understanding the Old Testament, Abridged and Updated

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Appropriate for freshman and sophomore level courses in Introduction to the Old Testament or Hebrew Bible, the Bible as Literature, or Biblical Perspectives on Human Life that might be offered through Theology, Religion, or Philosophy Departments.

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.

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Provides selected readings from the Old Testament at the beginning of each chapter and footnotes throughout referring the reader to pertinent essays, articles, and books. Pg.___

Considers the importance of literary criticism and other methods for understanding the literature of ancient Israel. Pg.___

Treats the latest archaeological discoveries that illuminate the Old Testament period. Pg.___

Provides definitions of key terms (e.g. Israel, holy war). Pg.___

Follows current standards of inclusive language with respect to men and women, Christians and Jews, believers and seekers, and others. Pg.___

Provides extensive bibliography for further study. Pg.___

Illustrated with more than 100 pictures and charts. Pg.___

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