Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780802866790)

The substantial value of the Dead Sea Scrolls for biblical studies is well known. However, it can be difficult to remain on the cutting edge of Dead Sea Scrolls scholarship. In this volume leading expert James C. VanderKam offers detailed summaries of significant ways in which the scrolls can enrich the reading and study of the Bible. Each chapter brings readers up-to-date with the latest pivotal developments, focusing on relevant information from the scrolls and expounding their significance for biblical studies. This rich compendium from a distinguished scholar is essential reading for all who work at understanding biblical texts and their contexts within the ancient world.

Author: James C. VanderKam
ISBN-10: 0802866794
ISBN-13: 9780802866790
Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Language: English
Published: 01/31/2012
Pages: 202
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.90d

Review Citation(s):
CBA Retailers 03/01/2012 pg. 36