The Book of Judges

by George C. M. Douglas

Publisher:

T&T Clark

, 1881

Overview

George Douglas’ The Book of Judges is a concise and compact exposition on the book of Judges. Believing Judges to represent an accurate historical account of the people of Israel, Douglas’ exposition on Judges discuss the fall of Israel in disobedience and the chaos that ensnared the land during the reign the of judges of Israel.

Key Features

• Discusses the context and chronology of Judges
• Provides commentary by chapter, groupings, and verses
• Contrasts Judges with other Scripture references

Contents

• Chapter 1–3:6: Introduction
• Chapter 3:7–5:31: The First Period of Sinning and Recovery
• Chapter 6–10:5: The Second Period of Sinning and Recovery
• Chapter 10:6–12: The Third Period of Sinning and Recovery
• Chapters 13–16: The Fourth Period of Sinning and Recovery
• Appendix to the Book of Judges
  • Chapters 17, 18: First Appendix—Micah’s Image and the Idolatry of the Danites
  • Chapters 19–21: Second Appendix—The Abominable Crime at Gibeah, the Ruin of the Tribe of Benjamin, and the Means Taken for Its Recovery

Product Details

• Title: The Book of Judges
• Author: George C. M. Douglas
• Publisher: T&T Clark
• Publication Date: 1881
• Pages: 96

About George C. M. Douglas

George C. M. Douglas (1826–1904) was educated at the University of Glasgow and at New College in Edinburgh before becoming pastor at Bridge of Weir from 1852 to 1857. Douglas later became professor of Hebrew at Free Church College in Glasgow, Scotland. Douglas’ familiarity with German, French, and English gave him a wide scope of understanding for his various works including The Book of Judges, Isaiah One, The Book of Jeremiah, and The Six Intermediate Minor Prophets.