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Hardback. Informed by the literature and language of the ancient Near East, this commentary to Chapters 1 to 12 of the biblical Book of Judges provides a literary and theological analysis of some of Scripture's most stirring narratives and verses. It also includes a comprehensive introduction that surveys issues and approaches in the study of Judges. Translator(s): Sasson, Jack M. Series: The Anchor Yale Bible Commentaries. Num Pages: 592 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: DSBB; HRCF1; HRCG1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 156 x 39. Weight in Grams: 988.
Profound changes have occurred in the study of early Israel over the past four decades. In recent years, the pendulum of scholarship has swung toward literary and theological readings that are not significantly informed by the literature of the ancient Near East. Jack M. Sasson’s commentary to the first twelve chapters of the book of Judges is a refreshing corrective to that trend. It aims to expand comprehension of the Hebrew text by explaining its meaning, exploring its contexts, and charting its effect over time. Addressed are issues about the techniques that advance the text’s objectives, the impulses behind its composition, ... Read more
Profound changes have occurred in the study of early Israel over the past four decades. In recent years, the pendulum of scholarship has swung toward literary and theological readings that are not significantly informed by the literature of the ancient Near East. Jack M. Sasson’s commentary to the first twelve chapters of the book of Judges is a refreshing corrective to that trend. It aims to expand comprehension of the Hebrew text by explaining its meaning, exploring its contexts, and charting its effect over time. Addressed are issues about the techniques that advance the text’s objectives, the impulses behind its composition, ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Judges 1-12: A New Translation with Introduction and Commentary United States
Number of pages
592
Condition
New
Series
The Anchor Yale Bible Commentaries
Number of Pages
616
Place of Publication
, United States
ISBN
9780300190335
SKU
V9780300190335
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About Hardback
Jack M. Sasson, the Mary Jane Werthan Professor of Jewish Studies and Hebrew Bible at Vanderbilt University, lives in Nashville, TN. He is past president of the American Oriental Society and the International Association for Assyriology.
Reviews for 20140520
“The first instalment of Sasson’s new commentary on Judges presents detailed and insightful exegesis on this fascinating work… a readily accessible and sure guide to the text. This will undoubtedly become a major critical work on the text and message of Judges. The next volume will be eagerly awaited.”—Paul Foster, Expository Times
Paul Foster
Expository Times
Paul Foster
Expository Times