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Wisdom for Faithful Reading: Principles and Practices for Old Testament Interpretation

John H. Walton

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The church has often lost its way in reading the Old Testament for lack of sound principles of interpretation. John Walton offers a consistent approach to give us confidence as faithful interpreters, laying out his tried-and-true practices developed over four decades in the classroom. You may never read the Old Testament the same way again.

Book Details

  • Publisher: IVP Academic
  • Publish Date: Apr 25th, 2023
  • Pages: 248
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.98in - 6.11in - 0.65in - 0.77lb
  • EAN: 9781514004876
  • Categories: • Biblical Studies - Exegesis & Hermeneutics• Biblical Studies - History & Culture• Biblical Criticism & Interpretation - Old Testament

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About the Author

Walton, John H.: -

John H. Walton (PhD, Hebrew Union College) is professor of Old Testament, emeritus, at Wheaton College and Graduate School. His many books include The Lost World of Genesis One and Wisdom for Faithful Reading.

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"Evangelical pastors and church leaders will appreciate John H. Walton's Wisdom for Faithful Reading. Irenic and thoughtful, Walton introduces principles for how to read the Christian Old Testament faithfully. Anyone who reads this book will come away with a better sense of how to read Scripture and an appreciation for its beauty and richness."
"Those who have longed to sit in John Walton's classroom but are unable to do so need look no further. Wisdom for Faithful Reading distills over four decades of his Old Testament research and his reflection on responsible interpretation into a scholarly-yet-accessible volume. Exhibiting his trademark attention to ancient Near Eastern backgrounds, Walton argues for key interpretive principles and the importance of rhetorical strategy and genre in interpreting the Old Testament. His deep respect for biblical authority shines through as he guides teachers and pastors to responsibly interpret the Old Testament in a way that will ultimately equip the church to honor and glorify God."

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