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Nbbc, 1 & 2 Samuel

A Commentary in the Wesleyan Tradition
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The New Beacon Bible Commentary is an engaging, indispensable reference tool to aid individuals in every walk of life in the study and meditation of God's Word. Written from the Wesleyan theological perspective, it offers insight and perceptive scholarship to help you unlock the deeper truths of Scripture and garner an awareness of the history, culture, and context attributed to each book of study. Readable, relevant, and academically thorough, it offers scholars, pastors, and laity a new standard for understanding and interpreting the Bible in the 21st century.EACH VOLUME FEATURES: Completely New Scholarship from notable experts in the Wesleyan tradition Convenient Introductory Material for each book of the Bible including information on authorship, date, history, audience, sociological/cultural issues, purpose, literary features, theological themes, hermeneutical issues, and more Clear Verse-by-Verse Explanations, which offer a contemporary, Wesleyan-based understanding derived from the passage's original language Comprehensive Annotation divided into three sections, which cover background elements behind the text; verse-by-verse details and meanings found in the text; and significance, relevance, intertextuality, and application from the text Helpful Sidebars, which provide deeper insight into theological issues, word meanings, archeological connections, historical relevance, cultural customs, and more Expanded Bibliography for further study of historical elements, additional interpretations, and theological themes The books of Samuel constitute an important part of the larger literacy work that extends from Joshua through Kings, which modern scholars refer to as the Deuteronomistic History. These books provide a vital literary and historical link in the Bible's overall presentation of Israel's past.

Author Biography:

Dr. Kevin Mellish has taught biblical literature at Olivet Nazarene University since 2004. Dr. Mellish holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Olivet Nazarene University, a Master of Divinity degree from Nazarene Theological Seminary, and a Masters and Doctor of Philosophy degree from Claremont Graduate University. Previously, he served in the Ontario-Montclair School District and as an associate pastor at Ontario First Church of the Nazarene. His research interests have focused on the life of David, the development of Israelite faith and religion, the Deuteronomistic History, Archaeology and Ancient Near Eastern history, and the Pentateuch.
Release date Australia
March 1st, 2012
Audience
  • General (US: Trade)
Pages
288
Dimensions
150x226x20
ISBN-13
9780834127210
Product ID
10362636

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