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Encountering the Old Testament: A Journey Through Time and Faith
Introduction:
Are you intrigued by the Old Testament, but feel overwhelmed by its sheer size and seemingly disparate narratives? Do you wonder about its relevance to your life in the 21st century? This blog post provides a roadmap for navigating the Old Testament, offering insights into its historical context, key themes, and enduring significance. We'll explore its diverse literary genres, unravel its complex characters, and illuminate its continuing impact on faith and culture. Whether you're a lifelong believer seeking a deeper understanding or a newcomer curious about this foundational text, prepare for an enriching journey through time and faith as we explore "Encountering the Old Testament."
Understanding the Historical Context: From Genesis to Malachi
The Old Testament isn't a single, monolithic book; rather, it's a collection of texts written over centuries, reflecting the experiences and beliefs of the ancient Israelites. Understanding its historical context is crucial for proper interpretation.
The Patriarchal Age (Genesis): These foundational chapters recount the origins of the world, the chosen lineage of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and their journeys through Canaan. They establish themes of covenant, promise, and God's faithfulness that resonate throughout the entire Old Testament.
The Exodus and the Wilderness (Exodus-Numbers): This pivotal period recounts the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, their miraculous journey through the wilderness, and the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai. These narratives highlight themes of freedom, deliverance, and the establishment of a divine covenant.
The Conquest and Settlement (Joshua-Judges): The Israelites' conquest of Canaan and subsequent struggles for survival are documented in these books. They reveal the complexities of faith, obedience, and the consequences of both.
The Monarchy (1 & 2 Samuel, 1 & 2 Kings): This era chronicles the rise and fall of the Israelite kingdoms under various kings, including the reigns of David and Solomon, periods of prosperity and devastating division. It highlights the challenges of leadership, the importance of justice, and the consequences of disobedience.
The Prophets (Isaiah-Malachi): These books contain the messages of various prophets who challenged the Israelites to return to faithfulness and warned against idolatry and social injustice. Their prophecies offer powerful insights into God's character and his unwavering commitment to his people.
Deciphering the Literary Genres: Beyond Simple Narratives
The Old Testament isn't simply a historical account; it utilizes a diverse range of literary genres, including:
Narrative: Many books tell compelling stories, from the creation narrative in Genesis to the dramatic accounts of kings and prophets.
Poetry: The Book of Psalms, for example, is a collection of lyrical prayers, hymns, and lamentations expressing a wide range of human emotions.
Law: The books of Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy contain divine laws, outlining ethical, ritual, and social regulations.
Prophecy: The prophetic books convey messages from God, often containing warnings, pronouncements of judgment, and promises of hope.
Wisdom Literature: Books like Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Job explore questions of wisdom, meaning, and suffering.
Key Themes in the Old Testament: Recurring Motifs and Messages
Several overarching themes connect the diverse books of the Old Testament:
Covenant: The concept of a sacred agreement between God and his people is central to the Old Testament. This covenant shapes the relationship and dictates expectations.
Faithfulness: Despite human failings, God's unwavering faithfulness and commitment to his promises are repeatedly emphasized.
Justice: The Old Testament emphasizes God's concern for justice and his condemnation of oppression and injustice.
Redemption: The Old Testament foreshadows the coming Messiah, who would ultimately redeem humanity from sin and death.
The Enduring Relevance of the Old Testament Today
While written millennia ago, the Old Testament remains incredibly relevant today. Its stories, laws, and prophecies continue to offer profound insights into human nature, the nature of God, and the challenges of living a faithful life. It provides a framework for understanding ethical dilemmas, grappling with suffering, and seeking justice in a broken world. The wisdom it contains continues to inspire, challenge, and guide individuals and communities.
Conclusion:
Encountering the Old Testament is a journey of discovery, a deep dive into a rich and complex literary landscape that has shaped Western civilization. By understanding its historical context, diverse genres, and central themes, we can unlock its timeless wisdom and appreciate its continuing relevance to our lives today. The Old Testament is not just a historical document; it's a living testament to God's unwavering love, faithfulness, and ultimate plan for humanity.
FAQs:
1. Is it necessary to read the Old Testament in chronological order? Not necessarily. While a chronological reading can offer a helpful overview, thematic approaches or focusing on specific books can also be very enriching.
2. How can I make the Old Testament more accessible? Using study Bibles with commentaries, joining a Bible study group, or listening to audio versions can significantly enhance understanding and engagement.
3. What is the relationship between the Old and New Testaments? The New Testament builds upon the foundations laid in the Old Testament. Jesus is understood as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and the ultimate expression of God's covenant with humanity.
4. Are all the stories in the Old Testament literally true? The Old Testament employs various literary genres, and understanding the genre is crucial for interpretation. Some narratives are clearly historical accounts, while others use symbolic or metaphorical language.
5. Why is understanding the Old Testament important for Christians? The Old Testament forms the foundation of Christian faith and theology. Understanding it provides essential context for comprehending Jesus's life, ministry, death, and resurrection, as well as the overarching narrative of God's plan for salvation.
| encountering the old testament: Encountering the Old Testament (Encountering Biblical Studies) Bill T. Arnold, Bryan E. Beyer, 2015-08-11 This new edition of a bestselling evangelical survey of the Old Testament (over 180,000 copies sold) has been thoroughly updated and features a beautiful new interior design. It is lavishly illustrated with four-color images, maps, and charts and retains the pedagogical features that have made the book so popular: · chapter outlines, objectives, and summaries · study questions · sidebars featuring primary source material, ethical and theological issues, and contemporary applications · lists of key terms, people, and places · further reading recommendations · endnotes and indexes The book is supplemented by web-based resources through Baker Academic's Textbook eSources, offering course help for professors and study aids for students. |
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| encountering the old testament: Encountering the Book of Genesis (Encountering Biblical Studies) Bill T. Arnold, 2003-01-01 This accessible introduction to the Book of Genesis examines introductory issues, overarching themes, and the overall argument of the book. |
| encountering the old testament: Encountering the New Testament Walter A. Elwell, Robert W. Yarbrough, 1998 Contains c-disc in back pocket. |
| encountering the old testament: Readings from the Ancient Near East Bill T. Arnold, Bryan E. Beyer, 2002-09 Comprehensive, up-to-date collection of primary source documents (creation accounts, epic literature, etc.) gives insight into the Ancient Near East and the Old Testament. |
| encountering the old testament: The God of the Old Testament R. W. L. Moberly, 2020-11-17 Walter Moberly is a top Old Testament theologian known for his creative, accessible, and provocative writing. His Old Testament Theology has been well received. This book, written in a similar vein, combines biblical criticism with constructive theology and engages both Jewish and Christian interpretations. Moberly offers robust readings of eight pivotal Old Testament passages that unpack the nature of God in Christian Scripture, demonstrating a Christian approach to reading the Old Testament that holds together the priorities of both scholarship and faith. |
| encountering the old testament: Encountering Ancient Voices Corrine L. Carvalho, 2006 Designed to get students to read the Bible for themselves, this introduction to and overview of the Old Testament draws on the most recent research on the Hebrew scriptures to outline the historical, social, and cultural contexts out of which the biblical texts were produced.--From publisher description. |
| encountering the old testament: Encountering the Book of Hebrews (Encountering Biblical Studies) Donald A. Hagner, 2002-08-01 Although the Book of Hebrews is not exactly what most of us would regard as a user-friendly book, notes Donald Hagner, Hebrews has always been popular among Christians. Encountering the Book of Hebrews was written to help students more fully appreciate the complexities of this favorite section of Scripture. Hagner begins by exploring introductory issues (e.g., historical backgrounds, author, audience, date, purpose, structure, genre) and overarching themes (e.g., heavenly archetypes and earthly copies, the use of the Old Testament, the attitude toward Judaism). The heart of the book then offers a chapter-by-chapter exposition of Hebrews. Unlike commentaries, it does not try to be exhaustive--examining all details and answering all questions--but instead guides students to the issues that are most important for their study of this difficult book. Hagner concludes with a final look at the contribution of Hebrews to the New Testament, New Testament theology, the church, and the individual Christian. As with other volumes in the Encountering Biblical Studies series, Encountering the Book of Hebrews is designed for classroom use and includes a number of helpful features, including further-reading sections, key terms, chapter objectives, and outlines along with numerous sidebars and illustrations. |
| encountering the old testament: Encountering the Book of Psalms C. Hassell Bullock, 2004-07 A user-friendly guide to the study and interpretation of the Psalms. |
| encountering the old testament: Character Richard Parker, 2008 Provides daily devotional guidance using the people and events in the Old Testament as models for faithful and fulfilling Christian living. |
| encountering the old testament: Encountering the Holy Spirit in Every Book of the Bible David Diga Hernandez, 2018-03-20 Experience new dimensions of the Holy Spirits power! Do you desire to know what the Holy Spirit is really like? Many Christians hunger for deeper and more powerful encounters with the Holy Spirit, but where can these experiences be found? The answer lies in the pages of Scripture. In this groundbreaking work, author and healing evangelist David Hernandez takes you on an unforgettable journey to discover and experience the Spirits powerful presence throughout the entire Biblefrom Genesis to Revelation. Scripture offers so much more to be discovered than merely a theology of the Holy Spirit and still more to be experienced! Trade dry theory for a dynamic relationship as you encounter the third Person of the Trinity in the pages of every book of the Bible. Know the Holy Spirit in a greater depth than ever before. This book will help you discover Hidden Mysteries. Even in Old Testament books where there is no direct reference to the Holy Spirit, learn to see His presence moving. A Fresh Revelation. The different revelations of the Spirit in Scripture reveal His unique characteristics and how He wants to move in your life. Your Supernatural Identity. Learn what it really means to have the same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead dwelling in you. Kingdom Power. Discover what it means to partner with the Spirit to release the miracles that Jesus promised. Within the pages of Scripture, untapped reserves of Holy Spirit power are waiting to be released. Will you discover them today? |
| encountering the old testament: The Face of Old Testament Studies David W. Baker, Bill T. Arnold, 2004-10 Leading scholars provide an overview of current issues in Old Testament studies. |
| encountering the old testament: Encountering the Old Testament Bill T. Arnold, Bryan E. Beyer, 2008-05 A comprehensive survey designed for the specific needs of college students incorporates revisions into the text and on the accompanying CD-ROM to provide up-to-date study aids, bibliographies, notes and indexes. |
| encountering the old testament: Enjoying the Old Testament Eric A. Seibert, 2021-11-16 Is it really possible to enjoy the Old Testament? Eric Seibert understands why many Christians find this part of the Bible confusing, theologically troubling, or just uninteresting. Offering dozens of practical exercises for hands-on interaction with the text, this unique resource equips readers with a variety of creative approaches to bring even the seemingly dry passages to life. |
| encountering the old testament: Commentary on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament G. K. Beale, D. A. Carson, 2007-11-01 Readers of the New Testament often encounter quotes or allusions to Old Testament stories and prophecies that are unfamiliar or obscure. In order to fully understand the teachings of Jesus and his followers, it is important to understand the large body of Scripture that preceded and informed their thinking. Leading evangelical scholars G. K. Beale and D. A. Carson have brought together a distinguished team to provide readers with a comprehensive commentary on Old Testament quotations, allusions, and echoes that appear from Matthew through Revelation. College and seminary students, pastors, scholars, and interested lay readers will want to add this unique commentary to their reference libraries. Contributors Craig L. Blomberg (Denver Seminary) on Matthew Rikk E. Watts (Regent College) on Mark David W. Pao (Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) and Eckhard J. Schnabel (Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) on Luke Andreas J. Köstenberger (Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary) on John I. Howard Marshall (University of Aberdeen) on Acts Mark A. Seifrid (Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) on Romans Roy E. Ciampa (Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary) and Brian S. Rosner (Moore Theological College) on 1 Corinthians Peter Balla (Károli Gáspár Reformed University, Budapest) on 2 Corinthians Moisés Silva (author of Philippians in the Baker Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament) on Galatians and Philippians Frank S. Thielman (Beeson Divinity School) on Ephesians G. K. Beale (Wheaton College Graduate School) on Colossians Jeffrey A. D. Weima (Calvin Theological Seminary) on 1 and 2 Thessalonians Philip H. Towner (United Bible Societies) on 1 and 2 Timothy and Titus George H. Guthrie (Union University) on Hebrews D. A. Carson (Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) on the General Epistles G. K. Beale (Wheaton College Graduate School) and Sean M. McDonough (Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary) on Revelation |
| encountering the old testament: Encountering the Book of Isaiah Bryan E. Beyer, Bryan Beyer, 2007-10 This clear and readable introduction provides guidance on the history and theology of the book of Isaiah. |
| encountering the old testament: Encountering Theology of Mission Craig Ott, Stephen J. Strauss, Timothy C. Tennent, A. Scott Moreau, 2010-05 Leading evangelical mission experts offer a comprehensive theology of mission text, providing biblical, historical, and contemporary perspectives. |
| encountering the old testament: Reading the Prophets as Christian Scripture (Reading Christian Scripture) Eric J. Tully, 2022-03-29 This survey textbook is grounded in the view that the prophetic books of the Old Testament should be read as Christian Scripture. Although it covers critical issues such as authorship, background, and history, its primary focus is on the message and theology of the prophetic books and the contribution they make to the Christian canon. Particular attention is given to literary issues, such as the structure of each prophetic book. Full-color illustrations, diagrams, and artwork bring the text to life. Additional resources for instructors and students are available through Textbook eSources. |
| encountering the old testament: Encountering the Book of Romans (Encountering Biblical Studies) Douglas J. Moo, 2014-07-08 In this updated edition of his successful textbook, a leading evangelical New Testament scholar offers a guide to the book of Romans that is informed by current scholarship and written at an accessible level. The new edition has been updated throughout and features a new interior design. After addressing introductory matters and laying the groundwork for reading Romans, Douglas Moo leads readers through the weighty argument of this significant book, highlighting key themes, clarifying difficult passages, and exploring the continuing relevance of Romans. As with other volumes in the well-received Encountering Biblical Studies series, this book is designed for the undergraduate classroom and includes pedagogical aids such as photos and sidebars. A test bank for professors is available through Baker Academic's Textbook eSources. |
| encountering the old testament: The Bible Recap Tara-Leigh Cobble, 2020-11-03 Have you ever closed your Bible and thought, What did I just read? Whether you're brand-new to the Bible or you grew up in the second pew, reading Scripture can feel confusing or boring at times. Understanding it well seems to require reading it thoroughly (and even repeatedly), but who wants to read something they don't understand? If you've ever wanted to read through the Bible or even just wanted to want to read it, The Bible Recap is here to help. Following a chronological Bible reading plan, these recaps explain and connect the story of Scripture, section by section. Soon you'll see yourself as a child of God who knows and loves His Word in the ways you've always hoped for. You don't have to go to seminary. You don't need a special Bible. Just start reading this book alongside your Bible and see what God has to say about Himself in the story He's telling. Tara-Leigh gets me excited to read the Bible. Period. I have found a trusted guide to walk me into deeper understanding of the Scriptures.--MICHAEL DEAN MCDONALD, the Bible Project |
| encountering the old testament: Idolatry in the Pentateuch Tracy J. McKenzie, 2010-02-04 Idolatry in the Pentateuch addresses both the manner in which the Pentateuch was produced and how theological intentions can be discerned from the texts that constitute it. McKenzie attempts to read the final shape of the Pentateuch while not ignoring the diachronic complexities within its pages. Using a compositional approach to the Pentateuch, he establishes his methodology, analyzes several idolatry-related texts, and traces the theological intentions through an inner-textual strategy. Moreover, McKenzie briefly considers the history of interpretation through the last few centuries and discusses the state of Old Testament studies as he understands it. |
| encountering the old testament: Dictionary of the Old Testament: Prophets G MCCONVILLE, MARK J BODA, 2020-05-21 The writings of the prophets make up over a quarter of the Old Testament. But perhaps no other portion of the Old Testament is more misunderstood by readers today. For some, prophecy conjures up knotted enigmas, opaque oracles and terrifying visions of the future. For others it raises expectations of a plotted-out future to be reconstructed from disparate texts. And yet the prophets have imprinted the language of faith and imagination with some of its most sublime visions of the future - nations streaming to Zion, a lion lying with a lamb, and endlessly fruiting trees on the banks of a flowing river. We might view the prophets as stage directors for Israel's unfolding drama of redemption. Drawing inspiration from past acts in that drama and invoking fresh words from its divine author, these prophets speak a language of sinewed poetry, their words and images arresting the ear and detonating in the mind. For when Yahweh roars from Zion and thunders from Jerusalem, the pastures of the shepherds dry up, the crest of Carmel withers, and the prophetic word buffets those selling the needy for a pair of sandals. The Dictionary of the Old Testament: Prophets is the only reference book of its kind. Not only does it focus exclusively on the prophetic books; it also plumbs their imagery of mountains and wilderness, flora and fauna, temple and Zion. It maps and guides us through topics such as covenant and law, exile and deliverance, forgiveness and repentance, and the Day of the Lord. Here the nature of prophecy is searched out in its social, historical, literary and psychological dimensions as well as its synchronic spread of textual links and associations. And the formation of the prophetic books into their canonical collection, including the Book of the Twelve, is explored and weighed for its significance. Then too, contemporary approaches such as canonical criticism, conversation analysis, editorial/redaction criticism, feminist interpretation, literary approaches and rhetorical criticism are summed up and assayed. Even the afterlife of these great texts is explored in articles on the history of interpretation as well as on their impact in the New Testament. |
| encountering the old testament: Creation Out of Nothing Paul Copan, William Lane Craig, 2004-06 Addresses the biblical, philosophical, and scientific bases for the doctrine of creation out of nothing, while countering contemporary trends that are assailing this doctrine. |
| encountering the old testament: The Messianic Vision of the Pentateuch Kevin S. Chen, 2019-12-03 Did Moses write about Jesus? Kevin Chen challenges the common view of the Pentateuch as focused primarily on the Mosaic Law, arguing instead that it sets forth a coherent, sweeping vision of the Messiah as the center of its theological message. Building on the work of John Sailhamer, Chen provides a fascinating study and an exegetical basis for a Christ-centered biblical theology. |
| encountering the old testament: Encountering the Old Testament (Encountering Biblical Studies) Bill T. Arnold, Bryan E. Beyer, 2024-10-01 This new edition of a bestselling evangelical survey of the Old Testament has been updated throughout. It is lavishly illustrated with four-color images, maps, and charts and retains the pedagogical features that have made the book so popular: · chapter outlines, objectives, and summaries · study questions · sidebars featuring primary source material and ethical and theological issues · lists of key terms, people, and places · further reading recommendations Additional resources for students and instructors are available through Textbook eSources. |
| encountering the old testament: Good Book David Plotz, 2009-02-20 “Hilarious. . . . It’s Cliff Notes for Scripture—screenplay by Plotz, story by God. . . . In the end, though, the book is made by the spirit of the writer.” — The New York Times Book Review “Like the Bible itself, Good Book contains multitudes—it is by turns thought-provoking, funny, enlightening and moving.” — A. J. Jacobs, author of The Year of Living Biblically “Plotz is a genius writer.” — Franklin Foer, author of How Soccer Explains the World A whip-smart, laugh-out-loud tour through the most important book in the world, a book most people have never read: the Bible. |
| encountering the old testament: A History of the Bible John Barton, 2019-06-04 A literary history of our most influential book of all time, by an Oxford scholar and Anglican priest In our culture, the Bible is monolithic: It is a collection of books that has been unchanged and unchallenged since the earliest days of the Christian church. The idea of the Bible as Holy Scripture, a non-negotiable authority straight from God, has prevailed in Western society for some time. And while it provides a firm foundation for centuries of Christian teaching, it denies the depth, variety, and richness of this fascinating text. In A History of the Bible, John Barton argues that the Bible is not a prescription to a complete, fixed religious system, but rather a product of a long and intriguing process, which has inspired Judaism and Christianity, but still does not describe the whole of either religion. Barton shows how the Bible is indeed an important source of religious insight for Jews and Christians alike, yet argues that it must be read in its historical context--from its beginnings in myth and folklore to its many interpretations throughout the centuries. It is a book full of narratives, laws, proverbs, prophecies, poems, and letters, each with their own character and origin stories. Barton explains how and by whom these disparate pieces were written, how they were canonized (and which ones weren't), and how they were assembled, disseminated, and interpreted around the world--and, importantly, to what effect. Ultimately, A History of the Bible argues that a thorough understanding of the history and context of its writing encourages religious communities to move away from the Bible's literal wording--which is impossible to determine--and focus instead on the broader meanings of scripture. |
| encountering the old testament: An Introduction to the Old Testament Prophetic Books C. Hassell Bullock, 2007-05-01 The Old Testament prophets spoke to Israel in times of historical and moral crisis. They saw themselves as being a part of a story that God was weaving throughout history--a story of repentance, encouragement, and a coming Messiah. In this updated introductory book, each major and minor prophet and his writing are clustered with the major historical events of their time. Our generational distance from the age of the prophets might seem to be a measureless chasm. Yet we dare not make the mistake of assuming that passing years have rendered irrelevant not only the Old Testament prophets, but also the God who comprehends, spans, and transcends all time. In these pages, C. Hassell Bullock presents a clear picture of some of history's most profound spokesmen--the Old Testament prophets--and the God who shaped them. |
| encountering the old testament: Encountering Jesus in the New Testament Michael Pennock, 2009-07-27 Encountering Jesus in the New Testament has been found in conformity with the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Encountering Jesus in the New Testament helps students further their personal relationship with Jesus Christ by growing in understanding of Jesus' historical, cultural, and religious background through an in-depth look at Scriptures. Answering the question, Who is Jesus of Nazareth, the person people of faith call Christ, the Son of God?, is a central focus of the text. In answering this question, the students will explore how the New Testament scriptures provide us with an answer. |
| encountering the old testament: Bearing God's Name Carmen Joy Imes, 2019-12-10 What does the Old Testament—especially the law—have to do with your Christian life? In this warm, accessible volume, Carmen Joy Imes takes readers back to Sinai, arguing that we've misunderstood the command about taking the Lord's name in vain. Instead, Imes says that this command is really about bearing God's name, a theme that continues throughout the rest of Scripture. |
| encountering the old testament: How to Read the Bible Marc Zvi Brettler, 2010-01-01 Master Bible scholar and teacher Marc Brettler argues that today's contemporary readers can only understand the ancient Hebrew Scripture by knowing more about the culture that produced it. And so Brettler unpacks the literary conventions, ideological assumptions, and historical conditions that inform the biblical text and demonstrates how modern critical scholarship and archaeological discoveries shed light on this fascinating and complex literature. Brettler surveys representative biblical texts from different genres to illustrate how modern scholars have taught us to read these texts. Using the historical-critical method long popular in academia, he guides us in reading the Bible as it was read in the biblical period, independent of later religious norms and interpretive traditions. Understanding the Bible this way lets us appreciate it as an interesting text that speaks in multiple voices on profound issues. This book is the first Jewishly sensitive introduction to the historical-critical method. Unlike other introductory texts, the Bible that this book speaks about is the Jewish one -- with the three-part TaNaKH arrangement, the sequence of books found in modern printed Hebrew editions, and the chapter and verse enumerations used in most modern Jewish versions of the Bible. In an afterword, the author discusses how the historical-critical method can help contemporary Jews relate to the Bible as a religious text in a more meaningful way. |
| encountering the old testament: Encountering John Andreas J. Köstenberger, 2002-02 The uniqueness of the Gospel of John is readily apparent. In contrast to the overlapping material in the Synoptic Gospels, John shares only about ten percent of its content with Matthew, Mark, and Luke. John's distinct focus on Jesus' life as the culmination of salvation history makes it the theological pinnacle of the gospel tradition and establishes its author, along with the apostle Paul, as one of the early church's foremost theologians. Not a traditional commentary on the book, this volume, like others in the Encountering Biblical Studies series, is designed especially for classroom use. A lucid writing style and a number of pedagogical enhancements make this a perfect tool for helping students master the content and key interpretive issues of the Gospel of John. Like the other volumes in this series, the pedagogical usefulness of this work is enhanced by a number of features: * copious illustrative tables, maps, and photos * sidebars and excursuses that address difficult passages and important issues * an outline and objectives at the beginning of each chapter * study questions and key terms at the conclusion of each chapter * a comprehensive glossary and annotated bibliography * instructor's manual available on diskette |
| encountering the old testament: Inspiration and Incarnation Peter Enns, 2015-09-15 How can an evangelical view of Scripture be reconciled with modern biblical scholarship? In this book Peter Enns, an expert in biblical interpretation, addresses Old Testament phenomena that challenge traditional evangelical perspectives on Scripture. He then suggests a way forward, proposing an incarnational model of biblical inspiration that takes seriously both the divine and the human aspects of Scripture. This tenth anniversary edition has an updated bibliography and includes a substantive postscript that reflects on the reception of the first edition. |
| encountering the old testament: A History of Israel Walter C. Kaiser, Jr., Paul D Wegner, 2017-11-20 This volume provides a comprehensive introduction to the history of ancient Israel—from the creation account to setting the stage for the New Testament era. This edition has been thoroughly revised, but maintains its focus on Old Testament texts as well as ancient Near Eastern literary and archeological sources to highlight the important modern controversies surrounding this part of Scripture. The work provides an up-to-date, conservative, evangelical position on matters relating to ancient Israel’s history and is illustrated with over 600 figures, charts, and maps. |
| encountering the old testament: An Introduction to the Old Testament Poetic Books C. Hassell Bullock, 2007-09-01 The poetic books of the Old Testament--Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon--are often called humankind's reach toward God. The other books of the Old Testament picture God's reach toward man through the redemptive story. Yet these five books reveal the very hear of men and women struggling with monumental issues such as suffering, sin, forgiveness, joy, worship, and the passionate love between a man and woman. C. Hassell Bullock, a noted Old Testament scholar, delves deep into the hearts of the five poetic books, offering readers helpful details such as harmeneutical considerations for each book, theological content and themes, detailed analysis of each book, and cultural perspectives. Hebrew is a language of intrinsic musical quality that naturally supports poetic expression, says Bullock in his introduction. That poetic expression comes from the heart of the Old Testament writers and reaches all of us exactly where we are in our own struggles and joys. |
| encountering the old testament: The Messiah in the Old Testament Walter C. Kaiser, 1995 The Old Testament both tells the story of Israel and points to the coming Messiah. Kaiser distinguishes between Old Testament passages that describe national Israel's glorious future and those that point to Christ and his kingdom. Kaiser's chronological approach traces Israel's developing concept of Messiah through different time periods. |
| encountering the old testament: You're Only Human Kelly M. Kapic, 2022-01-18 Work. Family. Church. Exercise. Sleep. The list of demands on our time seems to be never ending. It can leave you feeling a little guilty--like you should always be doing one more thing. Rather than sharing better time-management tips to squeeze more hours out of the day, Kelly Kapic takes a different approach in You're Only Human. He offers a better way to make peace with the fact that God didn't create us to do it all. Kapic explores the theology behind seeing our human limitations as a gift rather than a deficiency. He lays out a path to holistic living with healthy self-understanding, life-giving relationships, and meaningful contributions to the world. He frees us from confusing our limitations with sin and instead invites us to rest in the joy and relief of knowing that God can use our limitations to foster freedom, joy, growth, and community. Readers will emerge better equipped to cultivate a life that fosters gratitude, rest, and faithful service to God. |
| encountering the old testament: Exploring the Old Testament Gordon J. Wenham, 2015-11-14 Up to date, reliable, balanced and clearly organized, Gordon Wenham's introductory textbook makes scholarship on Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Deuteronomy and Numbers accessible to contemporary students and readers. |
| encountering the old testament: Old Testament Survey Eric Mitchell, Archie England, 2007-09-01 A companion to the newly revised and expanded second edition of Old Testament Survey, this student workbook features all-new exercises for seminary classroom settings, including map work, fill-in-the-blanks, etc. Professors should note this is all new text that is not connected to the previous edition of the workbook that accompanied the original 1992 edition of Old Testament Survey. |
| encountering the old testament: Holy Bible (NIV) Various Authors,, 2008-09-02 The NIV is the world's best-selling modern translation, with over 150 million copies in print since its first full publication in 1978. This highly accurate and smooth-reading version of the Bible in modern English has the largest library of printed and electronic support material of any modern translation. |
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Mar 15, 2015 · We must first focus on what the old Testament passage meant to those living in Old Testament times – the original recipients. Identify the basic theological principle or …
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Introduce the Old Testament as canonical scripture. Establish an overview of the places, times, and peoples of the Old Testament. Study the themes and key emphases in each book of the …
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The Old Testament scriptures are made up of 39 books. It is important to approach the Old Testament in a way that these 39 books can be seen in relationship to one another. The "story …
of the Old Testament - Chapel Library
tion to men. It is not the entire revelation of God, but all of the Old Testament is God’s Word. Unless we start with this fact, our study of the Old Testament is doomed to failure. Some …
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The following list will help in understanding the division of God's Old Testament Law, which the Hebrews have recorded, as 613. If we combine both Old and New Testament as One Law, the …
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the Old Testament by Jewish scholars 9. These Old Testament books include Job, Psalms, Proverbs and Sirach 12. He wrote for a Gentile-Christian audience 15. St. Jerome’s translation …
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Encountering the New Testament INTRODUCTION T his book is designed primarily as an in-troduction to the study of the New Testament in an academic setting. The New Testament itself …
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Encountering God in Scripture S E S S I O N S F E A T U R I N G • James Boyce- professor of New Testament ... Think of the average worship service, where an old testament, psalm and …
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Old Testament Introducing the Conceptual World of the Hebrew Bible Second Edition John H. Walton ... 12. Encountering the Present: Context of Life—Cities and Kingship 253 13. …
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These Old Testament books tell how the Chosen People lived out the covenant in the Promised Land 8. This type of biblical criticism focuses on the literary differences in the New Testament …
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Old Testament Survey 1 An Introduction to the Old Testament Old Testament Survey, Lesson 1 of 18 We are beginning a journey which will take us through the Old Testament. This will be an …
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of the Old Testament prophets 4 . A Hebrew word that means “certainly” 5. Raising him from the tomb was a powerful sign that Jesus has power to conquer even death 6. The expulsion of an …
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Encountering Biblical Studies Walter A. Elwell, General Editor and New Testament Editor Eugene H. Merrill, Old Testament Editor Encountering the Old Testament: A Christian Survey Bill T. …
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New Testament. Another conviction is that the New Testament’s basic message is accessible to the general reader without knowledge of the sophisticated debates in technical New Testament …
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OLD TESTAMENT Introductions and Surveys Archer, Gleason L. Jr. A Survey of Old Testament Introduction. Revised and Expanded. Moody, 2007. *Arnold, Bill T., and Bryan Beyer. …
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1 God and the nations in the Old Testament 3 2 God and the nations in the new Testament 25 3 The Justification of Mission: Missio Dei. 55 4 The Purpose and nature of Mission 79 5 The …
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The Old Testament points forward to Him; the New Testament centers on Him. 9. New Testament believers should study the Old Testament because the whole Bible is all about Jesus Christ. …
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Old Testament prophet Down 1. Matthew’s is the only Gospel where the word for ___ (ekklesia)appears 2. An unsubstantiated opinion or preformed judgment about an individual or …
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11 B Arnold and B Beyer, Encountering the Old Testament (Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 1999), 159. 12 G L Archer, A Survey of Old Testament Introduction (Chicago: Moody Press, 1998), …
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