Synopsis: Like the book of Romans in the New Testament, the book of
Deuteronomy provides the most systematic and sustained presentation
of theology in the Old Testament. And like the Gospel of John, it
represents mature theological reflection on God's great acts of
salvation, in this case associated with the exodus of Israel from
Egypt. Unfortunately, for many Christians, Deuteronomy is a dead
book, either because its contents are unknown or because its
message is misunderstood. The essays in this collection arise from
a larger project driven by a passion to recover for Christians the
life-giving message of the Old Testament in general and the gospel
according to Moses in particular. The "meditations" cover a wide
range of topics, from explorations into the meaning of specific
texts to considerations of the ethical and homiletical relevance of
the book for Christians today. Endorsements: "Dan Block is a
world-class scholar and dynamic Bible teacher who has a passion for
helping the church understand the Old Testament. In this volume,
which is the fruit of decades of careful study in the book of
Deuteronomy, Dr. Block brings clarity to crucial issues in biblical
interpretation and reveals the grace of God in the law of Moses."
--Philip G. Ryken President, Wheaton College "Daniel Block makes a
persuasive case for the critical importance of the book of
Deuteronomy. It culminates the Pentateuch and throws a long shadow
of influence on the rest of the Old Testament. One must understand
Deuteronomy to understand the Old Testament. Through his erudition
and his love for the word of God, Block powerfully unpacks this
crucial book. His passion is contagious and his insight will
transform how you read Deuteronomy." --Tremper Longman III Robert
H. Gundry Professor of Old Testament Westmont College "Block writes
with energy, passion, and clarity. He is at home both in teasing
out linguistic details and in delineating large theological
landscapes. Known as a first-rate teacher, Block's research is
thorough, his arguments compelling (e.g., the Shema' text), and his
graphs and tables helpful. This good menu of articles on worship,
leadership, mission, the Decalogue, etc., is flavored with spicy
ANE input, with challenging applications, and above all with
scholarly acumen and spiritual fervor." --Elmer A. Martens
President Emeritus and Professor of Old Testament Emeritus Fresno
Pacific Biblical Seminary Author Biography: Daniel I. Block is the
Gunther H. Knoedler Professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College,
Wheaton, Illinois. He is the author of The Book of Ezekiel Chapters
1-24 (1997), The Book of Ezekiel Chapters 25-48 (1998), Judges and
Ruth (1999), and Deuteronomy (NIVAC, forthcoming).
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