Literary Criticism of the Old Testament (Guides to Biblical Scholarship Old Testament)

This well-written introduction to the method of literary criticism gives the reader an awareness and appreciation of the rich diversity of thought found in the Old Testament. The student is shown how to identify the elements of structure style form language and composition in the books of the Old Testament. Norman Habel demonstrates how literacy criticism works with examples which are familiar and well-suited for a beginners level of study. The literary features of Genesis 1-9 are fully explored then the author focuses on the importance of the Yahwist and priestly sources for the whole Pentateuch. This books explanation of techniques used in the process of literary criticism will be valuable to both student and professor.