Preface
Sources and Methods (Angelika Berlejung, Professor of Old
Testament, University of Leipzig)
1 Sources
2 Methods
Secular and Religious History of Ancient Israel (Angelika
Berlejung, Professor of Old Testament, University of Leipzig)
3 Secular and Religious History of "Israel" - Foundations
4 Secular and Religious History of "Israel" - Historical
Outline
The Literature of the Old Testament
I. Torah and Earlier Prophets (Jan Christian Gertz, Professor of
Old Testament, University of Heidelberg)
5 The Context of the books from Genesis to 2 Kings
6 The Law Texts in the Pentateuch
7 The Compositions
II. Latter Prophets (Nebiim) (Konrad Schmid, Professor of Old
Testament, University of Zurich)
8 Scriptural Prophets from Isaiah to Malachi
9 Isaiah
10 Jeremiah
11 Ezekiel
12 The Twelve Prophets
III Scriptures (Ketubim) (Markus Witte, Professor of Old Testament,
University of Frankfurt)
13 Psalms
14 Job
15 Proverbs
16 Ruth
17 Song of Songs
18 Kohelet
19 Lamentations
20 Esther
21 Daniel
22 Esdras-Nehemiah
23 Chronicles
Fundamental Questions of a Theology of the Old Testament (Jan
Christian Gertz)
24 Perspectives on the History of Scholarship
25 Unity and Diversity of Theological Views in the Old
Testament
26 Religious History and Theology of the Old Testament
27 The Old Testament as part of the Christian Bible
Chronological
Tables
Literature for the Study of the OT Glossary Index
A comprehensive and profound introduction to the literature and history of the Old Testament
Jan Christian Gertz is Professor of Old Testament at the
University of Heidelberg, Germany.
Angelika Berlejung is Professor of Old Testament at the
University of Leipzig, Germany and Professor for Ancient Near
Eastern Studies at the University of Stellenbosch, South
Africa.
The reader is given an overview of current scholarly views about
the individual books of the Old Testament...and about current
scholarly understanding of Israel’s history, religion and Old
Testament theology... I will order this book for our university
library, as there is material in it which should be available for
students to consult.
*Reviews in Religion and Theology*
The English tradition of the ‘Introduction to the Old Testament’
has tended towards the short and sweet: while this has had the
advantage of rendering the volumes affordable and non-intimidating,
it has also frequently resulted in the need to refer students and
the interested public to more than one ‘Introduction’, each with a
different approach, in order to gain an adequate sense of the
discipline. Entering the scene from the much more robust Germanic
tradition, the heavyweight Handbook obviates much of the need for
more than one such volume and, despite its size, manages to remain
affordable, for which the publishers are to be commended.
*Theology*
This is not a book for beginners: there is much careful, involved,
scholarly discussion; but it is an excellent presentation of both
the history and the current state of the historical-critical method
of biblical study.
*Theological Book Review*
This is a convenient one-stop shop overview … and as such is quite
a gift to the scholarly community … It will orientate the reader
rapidly on topic after topic.
*The Heythrop Journal*
‘This balanced, comprehensive and detailed introduction now sets
the standard for any textbook aiming to represent the worldwide
state of scholarship on the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible. The authors
provide a clear and accessible entry to critical scholarship on
both biblical texts and the history and religion of Israel. This
volume is belongs in the libraries of all with special interest in
the Old Testament, from advanced students to senior scholars.' -
David Carr, Union Theological Seminary in New York, USA
*David Carr*
‘Students look for the reliable and readable "introduction" to the
Old Testament or Hebrew Bible - but not only students: scholars
often find them useful for a quick reference and as a way of
updating their knowledge in areas outside their immediate
specialty. This volume will well meet the needs of both groups.
Unlike some older introductions, it is not confined to the
literature. The authors include chapters on archaeology, epigraphy
and iconography, which are often neglected in general
introductions. All in all, this will be a very useful volume on the
shelves of both scholars and students.' - Professor Emeritus,
Lester L. Grabbe, University of Hull, UK
*Lester L. Grabbe*
‘A highly informative, thorough, and up-to-date introduction to the
Hebrew scriptures. The authors provide helpful insights into the
worlds of the ancient Israelites and their modern interpreters.' -
Gary N. Knoppers, Penn State University, USA
*Gary N. Knoppers*
‘This is a welcome resource for students and scholars alike. The
authors organize the book in four areas: Sources and Methods;
History and Religion; Literature; and Theology. They maintain a
broad lens throughout the volume that ranges from ancient Near
Eastern texts and iconography to emerging ideological readings of
the Hebrew Bible, while providing a summary of each book of the
Hebrew Bible, its literary context, history of interpretation,
reception, and meaning. The result is a snapshot by leading
researchers of the rapidly changing field of Old Testament study,
which enables the book to be a resource for a wide range of classes
on the Hebrew Bible.' - Thomas B. Dozeman, United Theological
Seminary, USA
*Thomas B. Dozeman*
‘This textbook by colleagues Gertz, Schmid, Berlejung and Witte
provides the best possible access for English readers to current
European scholarship in the field of Old Testament/Hebrew Bible.
Their collaboration ensures coverage of diverse fields by experts.
The treatment of various positions is balanced and up-to-date. A
valuable resource.' - Bernard M. Levinson, University of Minnesota,
USA
*Bernard M. Levinson*
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