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Berit olam : studies in Hebrew narrative and poetry / Ezra and Nehemiah / Davies, Gordon F.; David W. Cotter (ed).; Jerome T. Walsh, Chris Franke: associate eds.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextSeries: Berit Olam seriesPublication details: Collegeville, Minn. : Liturgical Press, c1999.Description: xxii, 148 p. : 24 cmISBN:
  • 081465049X
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • BS 1151.2 .B47 1999
Summary: This multi-volume commentary reflects a relatively new development in biblical studies. The readings of the book of the Hebrew Bible offered here all focus on the final form of the texts, approaching them as literary works, recognizing that the craft of poetry and storytelling that the ancient Hebrew world provided can be found in them and that their truth can be better appreciated with a fuller understanding of that art. The authors reflect a variety of religious traditions, professional backgrounds, and theoretical approaches. Yet they share a common desire to make available to all of God's people the words of the everlasting covenant in all of their beauty.
Item type: Reference Book
Holdings
Current library Collection Call number Vol info Status Date due Barcode
Judith Thomas Library Reference Books Reference Shelves BS 1151.2 .B55 1999 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) AUA006967 Not for loan AUA006967

Includes bibliographical references and index

This multi-volume commentary reflects a relatively new development in biblical studies. The readings of the book of the Hebrew Bible offered here all focus on the final form of the texts, approaching them as literary works, recognizing that the craft of poetry and storytelling that the ancient Hebrew world provided can be found in them and that their truth can be better appreciated with a fuller understanding of that art.

The authors reflect a variety of religious traditions, professional backgrounds, and theoretical approaches. Yet they share a common desire to make available to all of God's people the words of the everlasting covenant in all of their beauty.