Publisher's Synopsis
The Old Testament Introduction: General and Special is a comprehensive book written by John Howard Raven. The book provides a detailed introduction to the Old Testament, including both general and special aspects. It covers the history, culture, and religious beliefs of the ancient Israelites, as well as the literary and theological characteristics of the Old Testament.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a general introduction to the Old Testament, including its historical background, literary genres, and the development of its canon. The second part focuses on the special introduction to each book of the Old Testament, providing a detailed analysis of its content, structure, and theological themes.The Old Testament Introduction: General and Special is a valuable resource for anyone interested in studying the Old Testament. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and lay readers. The book is also well-researched, drawing on the latest scholarship in the field of Old Testament studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.