Since the publication of its first edition in 1991, Old Testament Parallels has been one of Paulist Press's best-regarded and best-selling titles. This fourth edition has been completely revised in light of the ongoing and exciting discoveries of more and more ancient Near Eastern texts, with additional texts added. A readable, portable anthology of ancient Near Eastern laws and stories that share parallel themes and issues with biblical stories, Old Testament Parallels can be used in a wide variety of educational settings, from personal bible study to high school Bible as literature courses, to university and seminary courses on the Hebrew Bible. - back of book.
Victor H Matthews Books
Victor Harold Matthews delves into the study of religion and ancient biblical texts. His work focuses on understanding the cultural and historical context in which biblical texts emerged, illuminating their customs and practices. Matthews utilizes his profound knowledge to bring the life and thought of the era closer to readers. His aim is to introduce a new dimension of clarity and historical accuracy to the interpretation of Scripture.
