SURVEY OF THE OLD TESTAMENT

An indispensable guide for exploring the literary historical and theological issues behind the Old Testament.The purpose of studying the Old Testament is to understand God and his redemptive work more fully. However this goal is complicated by the fact that it was transmitted through a very different language and culture from our own. A Survey of the Old Testament addresses background information purpose message structure and major themes of the Old Testament to help readers understand its message and relevance.Chapters introducing each major section of the Old Testament are included as are chapters dealing with issues of interpretation hermeneutics theology geography archaeology history formation of the Old Testament canon and the Old Testament's relationship to the New Testament. The fourth edition features a renewed focus on purpose theology and message while also providing a more succinct textbook less intimidating to students.Features included for each book of the Old Testament:Writing of the BookBackgroundOutline of the BookPurpose and MessageStructure and OrganizationMajor ThemesQuestions for Further Study and DiscussionFurther ReadingComplete with updated full-color maps photos timelines and charts the latest edition of this widely acclaimed textbook is a useful and readable tool for students and other readers who wish to better understand the Old Testament and God's redemptive work.