Bill T. Arnold is a professor of Old Testament interpretation who delves into the profound literary and theological aspects of biblical texts. His work focuses on key books of the Old Testament, examining their historical context and interpretative challenges. Arnold's scholarship offers readers insight into the foundational principles of biblical writing and divine revelation. His scholarly approach enriches our understanding of the Old Testament scripture and its enduring legacy.
The authors observed a significant gap between, on the one hand, the current scholarly understanding of Biblical Hebrew syntax, based on significant advances in the discipline in recent decades, and on the other hand, the understanding of Hebrew syntax among intermediate students. This intermediate- level grammar bridges the gap between beginning students and more advanced grammars.
By the 1980s the Troubles in Northern Ireland had become a sophisticated conflict between two immovable objects: the security forces and the terrorists. With no end in sight and no compromise possible, it was decided that an 'acceptable level of violence' was the only attainable status quo. This is just one story from thousands of that era.
This volume on the book of Genesis is in the New Cambridge Bible Commentary series.
Exploring the Old Testament, this volume delves into the origins and development of monotheism as depicted in Israel's Scriptures. It examines the historical and theological significance of these texts, highlighting their enduring impact on faith and culture. Through insightful analysis, the book uncovers the foundational beliefs that shaped the religious landscape and influenced subsequent traditions.