The Abingdon Introduction to the Bible
Understanding Jewish and Christian Scriptures
Published on 18. March 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
384 pages
978-1-4267-5107-3 (ISBN)
Description
This comprehensive introduction to the various collections of biblical literature used by Jews, Catholics, and Protestants gives the beginner clear, concise, and engaging entries into each book while covering major controversies. The authors show how various biblical books have influenced and continue to have an impact upon western ethics, politics, and, of course, religion. Using artistic renderings and charts, this book is student-friendly but communicates a depth of learning in a responsible and balanced fashion. A CHOICE Magazine Outstanding Academic Title of 2014.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Nashville, Tennessee
United States
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 22 mm
Weight
616 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4267-5107-3 (9781426751073)
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Persons
Joel S. Kaminsky is the Morningstar Family Professor of Jewish Studies and professor of Bible in the religion department at Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts.