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 Book
- Background
- Outline of the Book
- Purpose and Message
- Structure and Organization
- Major Themes
- Questions for Further Study and Discussion
- Further Reading
Complete 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.
