A Key to the Books of Samuel
Overview
Originally compiled as a study-guide for University examinations, A Key to the Books of Samuel provides concise exposition that explicates authorship, historical context, semantic meaning, and parallel structure across books. R. O. Thomas draws upon extra-biblical sources such as Jospehus to further clarify key events.
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Key Features
- Includes intelligent narration
- Contains a breakdown of Samuel into six principal divisions
- Provides concise notes that present the important facts
Contents
- Introduction
- Part I.
- Judicature of Eli
- Judicature of Samuel
- Reign of Saul
- David’s Triumphs
- David’s Domestic Troubles
- David’s Restoration, etc.
- Battles of Saul, Jonathan, and David
- Part II.
- Notes, Critical and Explanatory
- Geographical Index of the Principal Places Mentioned
- Signification of Names of Persons and Places Mentioned
- Examination Papers
- Sketch of David’s Wanderings and Plan of Jerusalem to Face Title Page
Praise for the Print Edition
Invaluable to students . . .
—Educational Guide
The style is clear, and the explanations full and judicious.
—Schoolmaster
Product Details
- Title: A Key to the Books of Samuel
- Author: R. O. Thomas
- Publisher: Thomas Murby
- Publication Date: 1881
- Pages: 96