Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching First and Second Samuel

by Walter Brueggemann

Publisher:

John Knox

, 1982

Overview

With critical scholarship and theological sensitivity, Walter Brueggemann traces the people of God through the books of Samuel as they shift from marginalized tribalism to an oppressive monarchy. He carefully opens the literature of the books, sketching a narrative filled with historical realism but also bursting with an awareness that more than human action is being presented.

Key Features

• Detailed introduction
• Bibliography

Praise for the Print Edition

The Interpretation series from Westminster John Knox Press is clearly established as a rich source for teaching and preaching. They have tapped the talents of a varied and esteemed group of contributors, resulting in what is clearly the essential comprehensive commentary series on the Bible.

—W. Eugene March, A.B. Rhodes Professor of Old Testament Emeritus at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary

The Interpretation series is an invaluable resource for any leader or scholar interested in interpreting the biblical text to the broader church. Its works are essential for pastors, educators, and church libraries.

—Brian K. Blount, President and Professor of New Testament at Union Theological Seminary

Product Details

• Title: Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching First and Second Samuel
• Author: Walter Brueggemann
• Publisher: John Knox Press
• Publication Date: 1990
• Pages: 362

About Walter Brueggemann

Walter Brueggemann is William Marcellus McPheeters Professor Emeritus of Old Testament at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia.

Sample Pages from the Print Edition

Product Details

• Title: First and Second Samuel
• Author: Walter Brueggemann
• Series: Interpretation Commentary
• Publisher: John Knox
• Print Publication Date: 1982
• Logos Release Date: 2004
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subjects: Bible. O.T. 1 Samuel › Commentaries; Bible. O.T. 1 Samuel › Homiletical use; Bible. O.T. 2 Samuel › Commentaries; Bible. O.T. 2 Samuel › Homiletical use
• Resource ID: LLS:29.14.6
• Resource Type: Bible Commentary
• Metadata Last Updated: 2020-03-25T19:02:25Z

About Walter Brueggemann

Walter Brueggemann is William Marcellus McPheeters Professor of Old Testament Emeritus at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia. He is past president of the Society of Biblical Literature and the author of numerous books, including David’s Truth: In Israel’s Imagination and Memory, Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching Genesis, and The Message of the Psalms: A Theological Commentary.

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