An insightful introduction to the pentateuchal narrative, The Book of the Torah applies trends in narratology from biblical studies, systematic theology, ethics, and hermeneutics to the study of these books. Thomas Mann presents a comprehensive interpretation of the Pentateuch as a whole rather than focusing on its composite parts. While recognizing the presence of various literary sources, he emphasizes the literary and theological coherence of larger units within each of the traditional "books," discusses the ways the books are interrelated, and explores the meaning of the first five books of the Bible as part of the complete document we call the "Torah."
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"A sound piece of work. Its holistic, final-form approach reflects the major trend in biblical criticism. It is perceptive, sensitive, thoughtful, and stimulating." David Gunn, Professor of Old Testament, Columbia Theological Seminary
"I would find this volume extremely useful in introducing my students to this basic part of the Old Testament. I am quite excited about this project." Patrick D. Miller, Professor of Old Testament, Princeton Theological Seminary
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"I would find this volume extremely useful in introducing my students to this basic part of the Old Testament. I am quite excited about this project." Patrick D. Miller, Professor of Old Testament, Princeton Theological Seminary
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Thomas W. Mann served as Pastor of Parkway United Church of Christ in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, for over twenty years. He has taught at Converse College and Princeton Theological Seminary.
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Thomas W. Mann grew up in Durham, NC, graduated from UNC Chapel in 1966, Yale Divinity School in 1970, and Yale Graduate School in 1975 (Ph.D. in Hebrew Bible). He taught at Princeton Theological Seminary, then Converse College (Spartanburg, SC), then became the minister of Parkway United Church of Christ in Winston-Salem, NC in 1984, retiring from that position in 2007. He has also taught as an adjunct professor at Salem College, Wake Forest University, and Wake Forest Divinity School. He has written books on technical biblical and ancient Near Eastern studies (Divine Presence and Guidance), an introduction to the Pentateuch (The Book of the Torah), a collection of essays on spirituality (To Taste and See), a commentary on Deuteronomy (Westminster Bible Companion series), and most recently a study of the religious dimensions of the poetry of poet Mary Oliver (God of Dirt). All but the first book are suitable for general readers. He has also written numerous scholarly articles on biblical studies, and currently is a member of the Editorial Council of Interpretation, a journal for Bible and theology published by Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, VA. He is currently completing a manuscript on the biblical books of Joshua through 2 Kings (the Former Prophets), as a sequel to his book on the Torah. He also has served as a member of North Carolina Interfaith Power & Light, and often presents a slide lecture on the biblical and theological dimensions of the climate change crisis facing the planet, the most important social justice issue of our time. Tom is an avid hiker, backpacker, and gardener, down-to-earth pleasures that delight in the beauty of nature, the "other book of God."
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The Hebrew Bible is traditionally referred to by the acronym "Tanak," which stands for the Hebrew words Torah, Nevi'im, Ketuvim, or, in English, Law, Prophets, and Writings. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Ancestral Saga, Hebrew Bible, God of Abraham, God of Isaac, God of Israel, Near East, Baal Peor, God Most High, Kingdom of God New!
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The Hebrew Bible is traditionally referred to by the acronym "Tanak," which stands for the Hebrew words Torah, Nevi'im, Ketuvim, or, in English, Law, Prophets, and Writings. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Ancestral Saga, Hebrew Bible, God of Abraham, God of Isaac, God of Israel, Near East, Baal Peor, God Most High, Kingdom of God New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Theme of the Pentateuch (Library Hebrew Bible/Old Testament Studies) by David J. A. Clines on 9 pages
- Canaanite Myth and Hebrew Epic: Essays in the History of the Religion of Israel by Frank Moore Cross on 7 pages
- Abraham in History and Tradition by John Van Seter on 5 pages
- Essays on the Patriarchal Narratives by D. J. Wiseman on 4 pages
- Introduction to Old Testament as Scripture by Brevard S. Childs in Back Matter (1), Back Matter (2), and Back Matter (3)
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- Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy (Berit Olam (The Everlasting Covenant): Studies In Hebrew Narrative And Poetry) by Stephen K. Sherwood in Front Matter, page 92, and page 193
- The Pentateuch (Interpreting Biblical Texts Series) by Terence E Fretheim in Back Matter (1), Back Matter (2), and Back Matter (3)
- Punishment and Forgiveness in Israel's Migratory Campaign by Won W. Lee on page 2, and Back Matter
- Reading the Fractures of Genesis: Historical and Literary Approaches by David Carr on page 183, and Back Matter
- Reconciliation: A Study of Biblical Families in Conflict by Michael S. Moore on page 84, and page 177
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