Introduction to the Old Testament as Scripture
“Introduction to the Old Testament as Scripture” by Brevard S. Childs, published by SCM Press in 1979, is a comprehensive exploration of the Hebrew Bible’s significance as sacred scripture for Israel. This first edition spans 688 pages and presents a distinct model for understanding the discipline of Biblical Studies, focusing on the form and function of the Old Testament within its religious context.
Readers will find that this book addresses the misinterpretations of biblical literature by emphasizing its role as religious literature. Childs argues for a reevaluation of how the Old Testament has been understood, providing insights into its sacred nature and its impact on the faith of Israel. The text delves into the complexities of the Old Testament, making it a relevant resource for those interested in religion and biblical studies.
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This Introduction attempts to offer a different model for the discipline from that currently represented. It seeks to describe the form and function of the Hebrew Bible in its role as sacred scripture for Israel. It argues the case that the biblical literature has not been correctly understood or interpreted because its role as religious literature has not been correctly assessed.
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