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An Introduction to the Bible (Paperback, Revised &Amp; E)
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"Professor Rogerson's Introduction provides all the information
necessary for reading the Bible with pleasure and profit, and it
does so in a clear and concise way without fuss or condescension.
Based on years of teaching, it covers a remarkably broad range of
issues from the formation of different canons in different
communities to the use and abuse of biblical texts in forming
opinion on such contemporary issues as capital punishment and
reproductive rights. It is a special boon that it covers both the
Hebrew Bible/Old Testament and the New Testament. This is the best
Introduction that has come my way in a long time." Joseph
Blenkinsopp, University of Notre Dame "Rogerson combines the
integrity of a scholar, the wisdom of a teacher and the heart of a
pastor to write a clear and authoritative introduction. Facts that
are often unknown and opinions that are sometimes avoided because
they challenge our prejudices will go a long way towards making for
a better-informed and more humane use of Scripture." Hugh
Williamson, University of Oxford The Bible is one of the most
influential and profound texts in human history - it is disturbing,
unconventional, and never content with the world as it is. Reviews
of the revised edition: "Rogerson's superb book belongs in all
libraries." - Choice "This detailed volume makes an excellent tool
for guided introduction or revision course in any formal study
setting." - Journal for the Study of the New Testament "A complete
introductory work accessible to a public of non-specialists
interested in the development of modern scientific exegesis. The
rich selection of examples and the depth of reflection would be of
interest to pastors, pastoral agents and students." - Review of
Biblical Literature "I would like to praise the author for his
clear prose that is used as a vehicle for his nonideological
communication on the Bible. Reading this book, one meets a seasoned
scholar who has the ability to present his profound insights in a
laudably didactic way This introduction is one of the finest books
to be used in an undergraduate course both for theologians and
'others.' I hope the book will be read so often that a fourth
edition is needed in the foreseeable future." - Review of Biblical
Literature This classic introduction presents a concise and
accessible guide to all aspects of biblical study: the nature and
purpose of the Bible; how biblical writers wrote; the making of
both Old and New Testaments; the making of the Apocrypha; what was
left out and what kept in the Bible and why; and how the Bible has
been shaped by and continues to shape religion, culture and
politics. Completely revised and updated - and considerably
extended with much more material on the making of the Old and New
Testaments - this third edition takes full account of recent
developments in scholarship. It includes maps and a glossary of key
terms. Praise for the Third Edition: 'This book is not just a
reprint of John Rogerson's informative book on the Bible but a
thoroughly revised edition in which the author has brought the
information up to date. This book is designed as a textbook, and it
should be assessed as that. I would like to praise the author for
his clear prose that is used as a vehicle for his nonideological
communication on the Bible. Reading this book, one meets a seasoned
scholar who has the ability to present his profound insights in a
laudably didactic way. ]This introduction is one of the finest
books to be used in an undergraduate course both for theologians
and "others." I hope the book will be read so often that a fourth
edition is needed in the foreseeable future.' Bob Becking, Review
of Biblical Literature (November 2012)
General
Imprint: |
Equinox Publishing Ltd
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Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
February 2012 |
First published: |
2012 |
Authors: |
J.W. Rogerson
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Dimensions: |
234 x 156 x 16mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
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Pages: |
208 |
Edition: |
Revised &Amp; E |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-84553-707-4 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-84553-707-6 |
Barcode: |
9781845537074 |
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