An Introduction to the Bible: Sacred Texts and Imperial Contexts - Couverture rigide

Carr, David M.; Conway, Colleen M.

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1405167386 ISBN 13 : 9781405167383

Editeur : Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd), 2010

A propos du livre

Quatrième de couverture :

This groundbreaking introduction to the Bible explores its emergence and development in the context of world history. It particularly focuses on the role of a number of empires in the formation of the biblical canon.

In addition to its comprehensive coverage, this book also integrates in an accessible way the most up–to–date work in the field. It traces the development of the Bible through its interaction with the empires of the time, from the Mesopotamian, Egyptian, Assyrian, Babylonian, Persian, and Hellenistic empires, through to the Roman dominion. Topics explored include the formation of the Pentateuch, the development of the earliest Old Testament stories, the historical study of the gospel traditions surrounding Jesus; the influence of Roman rule in the provinces where Paul spent much of his ministry; and the interpretation of the biblical texts and their use by different faith communities.

Packed throughout with reader–friendly features including study questions, bibliographies, timelines, and illustrations and photos, this is a balanced and informed introduction.

Also available by David Carr: An Introduction to the Old Testament. 

Présentation de l'éditeur :

This groundbreaking introductory textbook explores the emergence and development of the Bible, placing it in the broader context of world history. It particularly focuses on the role of a number of empires in the formation of the Biblical canon.

• Explores the historical role the Bible has played in subsequent empires, and its enduring influence in the contemporary world, resulting in a balanced overview of the historical forces that shaped the canon
• Explores topics including: the formation of the Pentateuch, the development of the earliest Old Testament stories, the historical study of the Gospel traditions surrounding Jesus; the influence of Roman rule in the provinces where Paul spent much of his ministry; and the interpretation of the Biblical texts and their use by different faith communities
• Incorporates numerous student–friendly features throughout, including study questions, review sections, bibliographies, timelines, and illustrations and photos

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
• Date d'édition: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1405167386
• ISBN 13: 9781405167383
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 408