A Theological Introduction to the Pentateuch

Interpreting the Torah as Christian Scripture

• Author(s): Richard S. Briggs, Joel N. Lohr,
• Publisher: Baker Books
• Pages: 224
• ISBN_10: 1441236201
  ISBN_13: 9781441236203
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Religion / Biblical Studies / Old Testament , Religion / Biblical Criticism & Interpretation / Old Testament ,

Description:... In this concise volume, a team of fresh Old Testament voices explores the theological dimensions of the Pentateuch and provides specific examples of critically engaged theological interpretation. This Pentateuch text is unique in that it emphasizes theological reading, serving as an affordable supplement to traditional introductory Pentateuch texts. Each chapter introduces theological themes and issues in interpretation then offers exegesis of one or two representative passages to model theological interpretation in practice. This useful text will be valued by students of the Old Testament and the Pentateuch as well as pastors.