The Old and New Testament Library Series Upgrade (2 vols.)

by Lewis R. Donelson; Gerhard von Rad

Publishers:

Westminster John Knox; Westminster

, 1966–2010

Overview

The Old Testament Library provides fresh and authoritative treatments of important aspects of Old Testament study through commentaries and general surveys. The contributors are scholars of international standing. Deepen your appreciation for the literary structure and theological depth of these biblical books. The Old Testament Library Series (OTL) is worthy of a prominent place in any modern biblical scholar’s library.

Key Features

• Exegetical analysis by leading biblical scholars
• Fresh and compelling insight into well-known Old Testament books
• Relevant commentary, exegesis, and literary criticism for the contemporary reader of scripture

Product Details

• Title: The Old and New Testament Library Series Upgrade (2 vols.)
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox
• Volumes: 2
• Pages: 540
• Resource Type: Commentary
• Topic: Biblical Studies

Deuteronomy: A Commentary

• Author: Gerhard von Rad
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
• Publication Date: 1966
• Pages: 212

Sample Pages: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7

This commentary on Deuteronomy meets and exceeds the high standards of the Old Testament Library series. It provides one of the most sophisticated explanations to date of the compositional process that produced Deuteronomy, presenting that process as a combination of large-scale redactional activity and "micro-redaction." The commentary is also attentive to the historical background of Deuteronomy's origins in the reigns of Manasseh and Josiah. The fresh translation that heads each section is followed by insightful linguistic comments that highlight Deuteronomy's famous homiletical and didactic style.

Gerhard von Rad was Professor of Old Testament at the University of Heidelberg in Germany until his death in 1971. He is the author of several books, including Wisdom in Israel and Holy War in Ancient Israel.

I & II Peter and Jude: A Commentary

• Author: Lewis R. Donelson
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
• Publication Date: 2010
• Pages: 328

Sample Pages: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7

The letters of 1 and 2 Peter and of Jude come from a time in Christian history about which we know little. For this reason, they represent valuable and rare voices from a crucial period in the development and growth of the Christian faith. Lewis Donelson, in this excellent commentary, shows readers just how fascinating the portrait of early Christianity in these letters truly is.

Lewis R. Donelson is Ruth A. Campbell Professor of New Testament Studies at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, Texas. His books include From Hebrews to Revelation and Colossians, Ephesians, First and Second Timothy, and Titus, both available from WJK.