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This classic work is widely recognised as the most useful and accessible survey of the Old Testament. A comprehensive examination of both the context and content of the Hebrew Bible, with additional material on the historical identity of Ancient Israel and its theological legacy for today, it is fully aware of current scholarship, faithful to the text and to historical details. An outstanding book which is stimulating and informative, both for the individual reader and for schools and colleges. Now fully revised and updated, taking account of recent scholarship and archaeological findings, this classic work has been further enhanced by the introduction of full colour maps and diagrams.
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JOHN DRANE taught practical theology at the University of Aberdeen, Scotland until 2004. He is also an adjunct professor of New Testament at Fuller Theological Seminary, California, and a visiting professor at Morling College, Sydney. His other publications include The Bible Phenomenon.
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41 of 42 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you only want to buy one book to assist your study of the Old Testament, then this is the one! Well set out, with plenty of graphics and time-lines to please the eye and help you picture what it is you are reading about. Knowledgable and informative, the book succesfully avoids the pitfalls of being too 'academic', but provides plenty of margin references for you to go direct to the biblical text being commented on. A first-rate study aid.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
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I agree wholeheartedly with the next reviewer: if you only get one book on the Old Testament, get this one.
John Drane has the knack of writing about complex theological issues in an easily digestible way. When you consider how difficult it is to read a Matthew Henry commentary you'll appreciate how very well this is laid out. Chapters are divided into main headings with various, clearly separated `Special Articles' (in a different type face) which offer more detailed scholarly considerations:
For instance, Chapter 3 - `A Land Flowing with Milk and Honey' - begins the record of the history of Israel proper. The main text begins with a section entitled `Canaan and it's history' (p62) and later (p84) comes the Special Article entitled `The deuteronomic history'. This article details Martin Noth's hypothesis that all the OT books from Joshua to Kings were edited together by the same person or group that compiled Deuteronomy (i.e. the Deuteronomist/s). This information may not be important to everyone (though I find it fascinating!) but if that doesn't appeal, it's easy to skip a Special Article without feeling like you've missed anything crucial from the main text.
Drane clearly and fairly spells out each school of thought, and when he agrees with one hypothesis over another, he says so openly and why. This book is a gem for starting OT study and really should be considered a `must read' title by anyone and everyone interested in Christianity.
John Drane has the knack of writing about complex theological issues in an easily digestible way. When you consider how difficult it is to read a Matthew Henry commentary you'll appreciate how very well this is laid out. Chapters are divided into main headings with various, clearly separated `Special Articles' (in a different type face) which offer more detailed scholarly considerations:
For instance, Chapter 3 - `A Land Flowing with Milk and Honey' - begins the record of the history of Israel proper. The main text begins with a section entitled `Canaan and it's history' (p62) and later (p84) comes the Special Article entitled `The deuteronomic history'. This article details Martin Noth's hypothesis that all the OT books from Joshua to Kings were edited together by the same person or group that compiled Deuteronomy (i.e. the Deuteronomist/s). This information may not be important to everyone (though I find it fascinating!) but if that doesn't appeal, it's easy to skip a Special Article without feeling like you've missed anything crucial from the main text.
Drane clearly and fairly spells out each school of thought, and when he agrees with one hypothesis over another, he says so openly and why. This book is a gem for starting OT study and really should be considered a `must read' title by anyone and everyone interested in Christianity.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As someone in training for ministry (as a Reader in the Church of England), this book is on the recommended reading list.
I can only agree with another reviewer of this thoughful and insightful book that it "could not be bettered as a plain guide to the principal ideas of the Old Testament". The author teaches practical theology and throughout you get a real sense that the ideas presented (especially those on ethical concerns) can and should be applied and lived out by Christians today. And that if done, can and will positively impact the world we live in.
Excellent book.
I can only agree with another reviewer of this thoughful and insightful book that it "could not be bettered as a plain guide to the principal ideas of the Old Testament". The author teaches practical theology and throughout you get a real sense that the ideas presented (especially those on ethical concerns) can and should be applied and lived out by Christians today. And that if done, can and will positively impact the world we live in.
Excellent book.
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Outstanding introduction to the OT
This has got to be one of the best introductory texts to the OT. Drane covers the ground comprehensively using an easy to read style with lots of pictures, photographs and maps. Read more
Published 7 months ago by A. J. N. Phair
New edition
The new edition is clear and well set out. The maps and illustrations are integrated into the text and relevant. A great improvement on the previous edition.
Published 8 months ago by Harro
Amazing book
I have just starded studying theology and this one was the most recommended book. It gave me a new view of the facts of the Old Testament and it's very accurate a easy to... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Sergi81
Superb Book
This is a first class book on the Old Testament. I can highly recommend it to anyone who would like to know more about the history behind the Old Testament and the ancient nation... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Mr. J. E. Somerville
Ok
The books ok, not as interesting as a commentary though. It's easy enough to pick up and read a bit. It is enlightening and factual, well worth the money as its not expensive. :-)
Published on 28 Jan 2010 by S. Gibson
Intro to...
This book is a great teaser for those wanting an overview of the Old Testament. John Drane's ability at opening the text, and enetering the world behind the text are excellent.
Published on 21 Dec 2008 by J. Mccormick
Just a perfect introduction to the "old" Testamemt
Introducing the Old Testament is a great book. Full of details, pictures and maps. If you only want to have one Old Testament reference book then this is the one! Read more
Published on 11 April 2007 by "Smith" Reader
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