Genesis--the Bible's account of human origins and the harbinger of human destiny--is a book teeming with critical problems. Who wrote it? When? Does the account of creation square with modern science? What about Adam and Eve? Derek Kidner not only provides a running exegetical commentary, but lucidly handles the tough issues that Genesis raises. His clear prose and theological insight will expand readers' understanding of God's character and of human nature and destiny. The Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries have long been a trusted resource for Bible study. The introduction to each volume gives a concise but thorough description of the authorship, date and historical background of the biblical book under consideration. The commentary itself examines the text section by section, drawing out its main themes. It also comments on individual verses and deals with problems of interpretation. Written by some of the world's most distinguished evangelical scholars, these volumes retain their original text now retypeset in a larger format. As always, they continue to aim at the true meaning of the Bible and to make its message plain to readers today. The original, unrevised text of this volume has been completely retypeset and printed in a larger, more attractive format with the new cover design for the series.
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Derek Kidner (M.A., A.R.C.M.) was formerly warden of Tyndale House, Cambridge. He has written several volumes in the Tyndale Old Testament Commentary series.
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Derek Kidner (M.A., A.R.C.M.) was formerly warden of Tyndale House, Cambridge. He has written several volumes in the Tyndale Old Testament Commentary series.
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First, be aware that though Amazon currently lists this book as 2008, it is really from 1967 (check the "Look Inside" for the copyright page). I read this commentary cover to cover, but it was many, many years ago, so I apologize that the accuracy of my review is partially conditioned by my memory (though I have it right next to me as I write for quick glances and reminders).
Kidner was a fine scholar who was equally at home with the Bible, the Ancient Near East, and Classical Hebrew. Thus, for the casual reader, he can get you up to speed on much valuable information that will enhance your understanding of the text. Why then, only three stars?
The reason for the mediocre rating is that Kidner's commentary on Genesis is not as helpful as many other commentaries available today on Genesis (e.g., Walton or Waltke). Also, Kidner's commentary on Genesis is weaker than many of the other commentaries in the Tyndale series. Finally, and most importantly, I remember distinctly as I read through Kidner's commentary that as I left each section, I had many questions about the text that Kidner either did not attempt to answer, or glossed over too briefly. This is not always the case. Often after a section, he'll have an excursus that covers certain relevant topics in more detail. However, by contrast, I have been using Walton's commentary on Genesis and find that he seems to know the kinds of questions readers bring to the text and he addresses them quite well.
If only a modern revision could be made of Kidner's work. It could be a real benefit to the Church. Don't get me wrong. Kidner's commentary will give you much help in understanding Genesis. I just think it misses a lot and there are other works out there that are better.
Kidner was a fine scholar who was equally at home with the Bible, the Ancient Near East, and Classical Hebrew. Thus, for the casual reader, he can get you up to speed on much valuable information that will enhance your understanding of the text. Why then, only three stars?
The reason for the mediocre rating is that Kidner's commentary on Genesis is not as helpful as many other commentaries available today on Genesis (e.g., Walton or Waltke). Also, Kidner's commentary on Genesis is weaker than many of the other commentaries in the Tyndale series. Finally, and most importantly, I remember distinctly as I read through Kidner's commentary that as I left each section, I had many questions about the text that Kidner either did not attempt to answer, or glossed over too briefly. This is not always the case. Often after a section, he'll have an excursus that covers certain relevant topics in more detail. However, by contrast, I have been using Walton's commentary on Genesis and find that he seems to know the kinds of questions readers bring to the text and he addresses them quite well.
If only a modern revision could be made of Kidner's work. It could be a real benefit to the Church. Don't get me wrong. Kidner's commentary will give you much help in understanding Genesis. I just think it misses a lot and there are other works out there that are better.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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This book was a great study guild, I do feel he left out some more important information on the creation and the fall of man, however; he backs up everything with the word of God and additional scriptures to help the average reader follow along and to expand their research.
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I found this to be a good source to supplement my preparations to teach Sunday school. However, I also tried The NIV Application Commentary (John Walton) and I like it better. Both are great sources for more understanding of the scripture in Genesis.
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NO work that is known to us from the Ancient Near East is remotely comparable in scope, to say nothing of less measurable qualities, with the book of Genesis. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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NO work that is known to us from the Ancient Near East is remotely comparable in scope, to say nothing of less measurable qualities, with the book of Genesis. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
human beginnings, chosen family Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Old Testament, New Testament, Additional Note, Tyndale Press New!
Concordance | Text Stats Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Christian View of Science and Scripture by Bernard Ramm on page 27, page 44, and Back Matter
- Church Dogmatics (14 Volume Set) by Karl Barth on page 47, page 53, and Back Matter
- Marsh Arabs (Penguin Travel Library) by Wilfred Thesiger in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Arabian Sands: Revised Edition (Penguin Travel Library) by Wilfred Thesiger in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- The Ancient Near East (Books That Live) by C.H. Gordon on page 13
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