An Introduction to the Old Testament(English, Hardcover, Carr David M.)

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An Introduction to the Old Testament(English, Hardcover, Carr David M.) is written by Carr David M. and published by John Wiley and Sons Ltd. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 140518468X (ISBN 10) and 9781405184687 (ISBN 13).

This comprehensive, introductory textbook is unique in exploring the emergence of the Hebrew Bible in the broader context of world history. It particularly focuses on the influence of pre-Roman empires, empowering students with a richer understanding of Old Testament historiography. Provides a historical context for students learning about the development and changing interpretations of biblical texts Examines how these early stories were variously shaped by interaction with the Mesopotamian and Egyptian, Assyrian, Babylonian, Persian, and Hellenistic empires Incorporates recent research on the formation of the Pentateuch Reveals how key biblical texts came to be interpreted by Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faiths Includes numerous student-friendly features, such as study questions, review sections, bibliographies, timelines, and illustrations and photos