The Hebrew Bible for Beginners: A Jewish & Christian Introduction (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781426775635)

Jews call the Hebrew Scriptures the "Tanakh" and Christians call them the "Old Testament." It doesn't take long to see that Jews and Christians view the same set of books differently and interpret these scriptures in unique and at times conflicting ways. The Hebrew Bible for Beginners introduces students to the tremendous influence the Hebrew Bible has had on western society for over two millennia and explores the complexities of reading ancient religious literature today. The book also addresses how certain modern critical approaches may initially be alarming, indeed even shocking, to those who have not been exposed to them, but it tackles the conversation in a respectful fashion. Avoiding jargon and convoluted prose, this highly accessible volume provides textboxes, charts, a timeline, a glossary, and regularly includes artistic renderings of biblical scenes to keep lay and beginning readers engaged.

Author: Joel N. Lohr, Joel S. Kaminsky
ISBN-10: 1426775636
ISBN-13: 9781426775635
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Language: English
Published: 09/15/2015
Pages: 316
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 5.90w x 0.90d

Review Citation(s):
CBA Retailers 07/01/2015 pg. 38