The Pentateuch--Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy--are the vital first books in the Bible. Understanding the scope, meaning, and events of these five books is integral to understanding the whole of Scripture that follows.Old Testament expert Herbert Wolf provides layreaders and scholars alike with a strong undergirding of understanding and knowledge in this introduction that reveals both the seriousness and excitement of the Pentateuch. Readers will find Adam, Abraham, Joseph, Moses and Joshua in these pages, as well as terrible sin and glorious forgiveness, bloody sacrifices and battles, deadly betrayal and life-giving hope.Wolf first addresses the overarching themes that flow through the Pentateuch, with special attention given to Moses as author of the five books. He then addresses each book specifically, covering topics such as purpose and scope, and literary structure. He tailors additional study to each specific book. This book contributes significantly to a clear, deep understanding of the Bible's first five books.
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The Pentateuch—Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy—are the vital first books in the Bible. Understanding the scope, meaning, and events of these five books is integral to understanding the whole of Scripture that follows.
Old Testament expert Herbert Wolf provides layreaders and scholars alike with a strong undergirding of understanding and knowledge in this introduction that reveals both the seriousness and excitement of the Pentateuch. Readers will find Adam, Abraham,
Joseph, Moses, and Joshua in these pages, as well as terrible sin and glorious forgiveness, bloody sacrifices and battles, deadly betrayal and life-giving hope.
Wolf first addresses the overarching themes that flow through the Pentateuch, with special attention given to Moses as author of the five books. He then addresses each book specifically, covering topics such as purpose and scope, and literary structure. He tailors additional study to each specific book, for example:
- Genesis — the meaning of “day” in Genesis 1:1—2:3; the extent of the flood; the Abrahamic covenant; the Joseph narrative
- Exodus — the significance of the plagues; Passover; the date of the Exodus; the Ten Commandments
- Leviticus — meaning of the sacrificial system; the roles of priests and Levites; the Day of Atonement
- Numbers — the twelve tribes; forty years in the wilderness; Balaam; preparation for the Promised Land
- Deuteronomy — the “Shema;” covenant curses; the promise of blessing
This book contributes significantly to a clear, deep understanding of the Bible’s first five books.
About the Author
HERBERT M. WOLF (Wheaton College, Dallas Theological Seminary, Brandeis University) was a well loved and respected professor of Old Testament at Wheaton Graduate School in Wheaton, Illinois. A translator for the Old Testament section of the New International Version, Dr. Wolf is the author of a number of books including Haggai and Malachi, in the Everyman's Bible Commentary Series, An Introduction to the Old Testament Pentateuch, and Interpreting Isaiah as well as numerous journal, magazine, and encyclopedia articles.
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- Ancient Orient and Old Testament by K. A Kitchen on 6 pages
- A Case for Creation by Wayne F. Frair on 6 pages
- The Early History of Israel by Roland De Vaux on page 114, page 148, and Back Matter
- Old Testament (Teach Yourself Series) by J. G. McConville in Back Matter (1), Back Matter (2), and Back Matter (3)
- Paradise to Prison by John J. Davis on page 95, page 102, and Back Matter
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- Introduction to the Old Testament Historical Books by David Howard on 8 pages
- The Pentateuch by L. Thomas Holdcroft on page 126, page 212, and Back Matter
- Hallelujah Factor by Jack R. Taylor on page 35, and Back Matter
- The New American Commentary Volume 5 - Joshua by David M. Howard on page 31, and page 52
- Giving the Sense: Understanding and Using Old Testament Historical Texts by David M. Howard on page 171
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