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The Abingdon Introduction to the Bible: Understanding Jewish and Christian Scriptures

Joel S. Kaminsky

This comprehensive introduction to the various collections of biblical literature used by Jews, Catholics, and Protestants gives the beginner clear, concise, and engaging entries into each book while covering major controversies. The authors show how various biblical books have influenced and continue to have an impact upon western ethics, politics, and, of course, religion. Using artistic renderings and charts, this book is student-friendly but communicates a depth of learning in a responsible and balanced fashion. A CHOICE Magazine Outstanding Academic Title of 2014.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Abingdon Press
  • Publish Date: Mar 18th, 2014
  • Pages: 380
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 1.06in - 1.39lb
  • EAN: 9781630884185
  • Categories: Biblical Studies - GeneralBiblical Criticism & Interpretation - General

About the Author

Reasoner, Mark: - Mark Reasoner is associate professor of theology at Marian University in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Kaminsky, Joel S.: - Joel S. Kaminsky is the Morningstar Family Professor of Jewish Studies and professor of Bible in the religion department at Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts.