Commentary on the Book of Deuteronomy

by W. G. Jordan

Publisher:

Macmillan Co.

, 1911

Overview

Examining the origins of the book of Deuteronomy, W.G. Jordan provides critical exegetical studies on the purpose of the law, the ritualistic fulfillment of the law, and the progression of historical events. Comparing the Deuteronomic law with earlier Semitic law, Jordan displays the divine inspiration and purpose of the law.

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Key Features

• Examines the origin of Deuteronomy as well as its place in Hebrew history
• Provides verse-by-verse commentary
• Features extensive notes on the translation and text

Praise for the Print Edition

An admirable interpretation of Deuteronomy . . . the introduction sets forth the essential facts clearly and sanely, and the comments are only such as are really necessary.

—Biblical World

Product Details

• Title: Commentary on the Book of Deuteronomy
• Author: W.G. Jordan
• Publisher: Macmillan and Co.
• Publication Date: 1911
• Pages: 270

About W. G. Jordan

William Jordan is the author of Divorce Among the Gulls: An Uncommon Look at Human Nature (1991). The Washington Post called it "a dazzling range of philosophical speculations about the meaning of life, " and Noel Perrin from the Chicago Sun-Times described Jordan as "a major new talent," adding, "move over, Stephen Jay Gould. Make way, Barry Lopez. Here comes William Jordan to join you." Jordan has a PhD in entomology from the University of California. He lives in Culver City, California.