Introduction to the Old Testament Canon and the Christian Imagination
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This is one of the best introductions to the Old Testament to date. A well-known modern biblical scholar examines the tradition of interpretation of the ancient books of Holy Scripture in a Christian context. Based on the best achievements of biblical studies, the author offers a theological interpretation of the Old Testament texts, the use of new approaches and methods, especially in the study of the history of the formation of the canon, rhetoric and sociology, makes the text of the Old Testament more accessible and understandable to modern people. This modern introduction to the Old Testament examines the formation traditions of its interpretation in a Christian context. Based on the best achievements of biblical criticism, the author offers a theological interpretation of the Old Testament texts. New approaches and methods, especially in the study of the history of the formation of the canon, rhetoric and sociology, make the text of the Old Testament more accessible and understandable to modern people. Recommended for students and teachers. The publication was supported by the organization Diakonisches Werk der EKD (Germany)
About the series “Modern Biblical Studies” This series publishes books by the world's largest and domestic biblical scholars. The series includes fundamental works on the textual criticism of the Old and New Testaments, the history of the creation of the biblical canon, Bible translations, as well as research into the historical context of the biblical narrative. These publications can be used by students, teachers, clergy and laity to study textual criticism, isagogy and exegesis of the Holy Scriptures in the light of modern science.
Data sheet
- Name of the Author
- Уолтер Брюггеман
- Language
- Russian
- Translator
- Светлана Бабкина