Berit Olam : studies in Hebrew narrative and poetry / Ruth / Esther / Tod Linafelt, Timothy K. Beal; David W. Cotter: editor; Jerome T. Walsh, Chris Franke: associate editors.
Material type: TextSeries: Berit Olam seriesPublication details: Collegeville, Minn. : Liturgical Press, c1999.Description: xxv, 130 p. : 24 cmISBN:- 0814650457
- BS 1151.2 .B47 1999
Current library | Collection | Call number | Vol info | Status | Date due | Barcode | |
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Judith Thomas Library Reference Books | Reference Shelves | BS 1151.2 .B48 1999 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | AUA006966 | Not for loan | AUA006966 |
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.