I & II Chronicles (The Old Testament Library | OTL)

by Sara Japhet

Publisher:

Westminster John Knox

, 1993

Overview

The Old and New Testament Library series offers authoritative commentary on many Old and New Testament books and provides additional theological works that closely examine major aspects of both testaments. This important series contains modern works written by noted authors as well as classic volumes of scholarship. Commentaries in this series provide fresh translations based on the best available ancient manuscripts, offer critical portrayals of the historical world in which the books were created, pay careful attention to their literary design, and present a theologically perceptive exposition of the text. Individually, each of these commentaries allow teachers and students to hone in on unique elements present in a stand-alone book of the Bible. Together, the power of these commentaries and theological works provides a plurality of perspectives that together facilitate better interpretation and clarity from the podium, behind the pulpit, and beyond.

In this volume, a part of the Old Testament Library series, Sara Japhet explores the books of I and II Chronicles. Her critical perspective is both thorough and presented in a way that provides clarity for scholars and exegetes.

Key Features

• Contains relevant commentary, exegesis, and literary criticism
• Observations by some of today’s leading biblical scholars
• Fresh insights into well-known Old Testament books

Product Details

• Title: Old Testament Library Series: I & II Chronicles
• Author: Sara Japhet
• Series: Old Testament Library Series (OTL)
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox
• Publication Date: 1993
• Pages: 1,077
• Resource Type: Commentary
• Topic: Biblical Studies

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In the Logos edition, this volume is enhanced by amazing functionality. Important terms link to dictionaries, encyclopedias, and a wealth of other resources in your digital library. Perform powerful searches to find exactly what you’re looking for. Take the discussion with you using tablet and mobile apps. With Logos Bible Software, the most efficient and comprehensive research tools are in one place, so you get the most out of your study.

About Sara Japhet

Sara Japhet is Yehezkel Kaufmann Professor of Bible at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. She received the Israel Prize for Biblical Studies in 2004 and was elected President of the World Union of Jewish Studies in 2006.

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Key Features

• Contains relevant commentary, exegesis, and literary criticism
• Observations by some of today’s leading biblical scholars
• Fresh insights into well-known Old Testament books

Product Details

• Title: Old Testament Library Series: I & II Chronicles
• Author: Sara Japhet
• Series: Old Testament Library Series (OTL)
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox
• Publication Date: 1993
• Pages: 1,077
• Resource Type: Commentary
• Topic: Biblical Studies

Benefits of Logos Edition

In the Logos edition, this volume is enhanced by amazing functionality. Important terms link to dictionaries, encyclopedias, and a wealth of other resources in your digital library. Perform powerful searches to find exactly what you’re looking for. Take the discussion with you using tablet and mobile apps. With Logos Bible Software, the most efficient and comprehensive research tools are in one place, so you get the most out of your study.

About Sara Japhet

Sara Japhet is Yehezkel Kaufmann Professor of Bible at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. She received the Israel Prize for Biblical Studies in 2004 and was elected President of the World Union of Jewish Studies in 2006.