Word Biblical Commentary Vol. 16, Ezra, Nehemiah Supporting the view that much of this material is from the fifth century B., just as it claims to be, he concludes that "there is good reason to approach Ezra and Nehemiah as two parts of single work
| Title | : | Word Biblical Commentary Vol. 16, Ezra, Nehemiah |
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.59 (776 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0849902150 |
| Format Type | : | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages | : | 472 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 1985-08-15 |
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Editorial : About the AuthorH. G. M. Williamson is Regius Professor of Hebrew at Oxford University, on the faculty of The Oriental Institute and a Fellow of the British Academy. He is the author of several books and numerous articles on the Old Testament, including commentaries on 1 and 2 Chronicles, Ezra and Nehemiah, as well as The Book Called Isaiah and Studies in Persian Period History and Historiography.
The books of Ezra and Nehemiah are vital and significant records of times as tumultuous as our own, as Israel returned from the Babylonian captivity and undertook the rebuilding of the Temple, even while beset by enemies without and dissension within the community.For the student of the post-exilic period of biblical history and thought, a detailed knowledge of both books -along with the companion history in the Chronicles is essential, says Dr. H. G. M. Williamson.Based on years of intensive study and research, this new commentary provides competent guidance into the complexities of Ezra and Nehemiah. The author gives special attention to the perplexing scholarly problems associated with their form, structure, and literary history. Supporting the view that much of this material is from the fifth century B.C., just as it claims to be, he concludes that "there is good reason to approach Ezra and Nehemiah as two parts of single work and that this work is to be regarded as complete as it
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