A Survey of Old Testament Introduction - Softcover

Archer, Gleason L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0802482015 ISBN 13: 9780802482013

Publisher: Moody Publishers, 1996

Synopsis

In this revised volume, Gleason Archer approaches the study of the Old Testament from both the general and the specific point of view. Dealing first with issues over which many scholars debate, Archer offers evidence to support the conservative view of: canonicity historicity inspiration textual problems higher criticismThe second section dissects each book of the Old Testament individually, presenting discussions of specific issues related to that particular book. Archer thoroughly covers such issues as: Biblical creationism Noah's ark and the flood Authorship Chronology Alleged language, style, and theme differencesA Survey of Old Testament Introduction is invaluable to students, scholars, and laymen who want to understand the conservative position of Old Testament issues and are not afraid to examine critical views.

About this title

From the Back Cover

"A Survey of the Old Testament" has been an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and laymen who want to understand the conservative position on Old Testament and are not afraid to examine critical views.

Recently updated with four color charts, maps and graphics, Gleason Archer s classic volume approaches the study of the Old Testament from both the general and specific point of view. Dr. Archer first addresses issues over which many scholars debate, including:

Inspiration of the Scriptures and test of canonicity
Understanding the manuscript record
Higher criticism, including the authorship of the Pentateuch
Lower (textual) criticism

Then Archer dissects each book of the Old Testament individually. You will thoroughly cover issues such as:
Biblical creationism
Noah s ark and the flood
Authorship
Alleged language, style, and theme differences
Disputed dates of several prophetic books

This useful tool has been translated into seven languages and highly applauded in the academic community among Christian leaders.
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About the Author

GLEASON L. ARCHER, JR. (1916-2004), (B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Harvard University; B.D., Princeton Theological Seminary; L.L.B., Suffolk Law School) was a biblical scholar, theologian, educator, and author. He authored numerous books, including "In the Shadow of the Cross, The Epistle to the Hebrews: A Study Manual, and Survey of Old Testament Introduction." His instrumental work in the preparation of the Old Testament portion of the New American Standard Bible has gained wide acclaim and positioned him as a world-renowned scholar.

Edition details

• Publisher: Moody Publishers
• Publication date: 1996
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0802482015
• ISBN 13: 9780802482013
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 608