The Roots of Christian Teaching as Found in the Old Testament

by George Aaron Barton

Publisher:

The John C. Winston Co.

, 1902

Overview

In the following pages the reader will find brief sketches of Old Testament ideas and institutions, mingled with character studies of Old Testament heroes. In each case the Christian truth, of which the sketch presents a type or parable, is briefly set forth in such a way that a reader may enjoy its religious significance.

Product Details

• Title: The Roots of Christian Teaching as Found in the Old Testament
• Author: George Aaron Barton
• Publisher: The John C. Winston Co.
• Print Publication Date: 1902
• Logos Release Date: 2013
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subject: Bible. O.T. › Theology
• Resource ID: LLS:ROOTSBARTON
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2022-02-12T05:28:33Z

About George Aaron Barton

George A. Barton taught at Haverford College, Bryn Mawr and the University of Pennsylvania where he was Professor of Semitic Languages from 1922-1931 and Professor Emeritus from 1932-1942. His many articles and books cover a wide range of topics in areas such as biblical studies, religion, and linguistics. He was also involved in archaeological projects throughout the Middle East and was the director of the American School of Oriental Research in Baghdad from 1921-1934. While Archaeology and the Bible represents his efforts to make Ancient Near East studies accessible to the pastor and Sunday school teacher, Barton's research and academic work continues to be recognized for its importance to this day, particularly his works The Religion of Israel and A Critical and Exegetical Commentary on the Book of Ecclesiastes.