Items related to The Old Testament: An Introduction
Synopsis
The Old Testament is a collection of writings which came into being over a period of more than a thousand years in the history of the people of Israel and which reflect the life of the people in this period. Therefore, there is a reciprocal relationship between the writings or "books" of the Old Testament and the life of Israel in its history. The understanding of the texts presupposes insights into the historical context and the development of the life of Israelite society, while at the same time the texts themselves are the most important, indeed for the most part the only, source for it. This "Introduction" attempts to take account of this reciprocal relationship. The first part deals with the history of Israel. However, its approach differs from most accounts of this history. It takes the Old Testament texts themselves as a starting point and first of all outlines the picture of historical developments and associations which the texts present. An attempt is then made, on this basis, to reconstruct historical developments by introducing material from outside the Bible. This method of working leads to close connections between the second and third parts, because it has to take account of the nature and original purpose of the texts and their function within the biblical books as they are now. The second part attempts to present the texts collected in the Old Testament as expressions of the life of Israel. The third part discusses the books of the Old Testament in their present form.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
The Revd Dr. John Bowden, is the former Editor and Managing Director of SCM Press. He is the author of several books and articles, and has translated numerous religious books from German, French, and Dutch. .
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherFortress Press
- Publication date1991
- ISBN 10 0800625447
- ISBN 13 9780800625443
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages320
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for The Old Testament: An Introduction
Stock Image
The Old Testament: An Introduction
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Seller Inventory # C02N-01090
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
The Old Testament: An Introduction
Seller: More Than Words, Waltham, MA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. . . All orders guaranteed and ship within 24 hours. Before placing your order for please contact us for confirmation on the book's binding. Check out our other listings to add to your order for discounted shipping.7070706374. Seller Inventory # BOS-S-10a-01298
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Old Testament an Introduction
Published by
Augsburg Fortress Publishing, 1991
ISBN 10: 0800625447
ISBN 13: 9780800625443
Used
Paperback
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.17. Seller Inventory # G0800625447I5N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Old Testament an Introduction
Published by
Augsburg Fortress Publishing, 1991
ISBN 10: 0800625447
ISBN 13: 9780800625443
Used
Paperback
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.17. Seller Inventory # G0800625447I4N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Old Testament an Introduction
Published by
Augsburg Fortress Publishing, 1991
ISBN 10: 0800625447
ISBN 13: 9780800625443
Used
Paperback
Seller: ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.17. Seller Inventory # G0800625447I4N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Old Testament an Introduction
Published by
Augsburg Fortress Publishing, 1991
ISBN 10: 0800625447
ISBN 13: 9780800625443
Used
Paperback
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.17. Seller Inventory # G0800625447I4N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Old Testament: An Introduction
Seller: HPB-Movies, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_418583098
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Old Testament: An Introduction
Seller: Midtown Scholar Bookstore, Harrisburg, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. some shelfwear/edgewear but still NICE! - may have remainder mark or previous owner's name Standard-sized. Seller Inventory # 0800625447-01
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
The Old Testament: An Introduction
Published by
Fortress Press, Philadelphia, 1991
ISBN 10: 0800625447
ISBN 13: 9780800625443
Used
Soft cover
First Edition
Seller: UHR Books, Hollis Center, ME, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Soft cover. Condition: Good. First Paperback Edition. "An excellent critical introduction to the Old Testament", 308 pages. Extensive ink notes/underlining on several pages. Book. Seller Inventory # 098944
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Old Testament: An Introduction
Seller: Pink Casa Antiques, Frankfort, KY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. tight, uncreased spine, pages clear and bright, shelf and edge wear, corners bumped, packaged in cardboard box for shipment, tracking on U.S. orders. Seller Inventory # 71887
Quantity: 1 available