Abraham: The Story of a Life

by Joseph Blenkinsopp

In this discursive commentary Joseph Blenkinsopp explores the story of Abraham -- iconic ancestor of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam -- as told in Genesis 11-25. Presented in continuous discussion rather than in verse-by-verse form, Blenkinsopp's commentary focuses on the literary and theological artistry of the narrative as a whole.

Blenkinsopp discussses a range of issues raised in the Abraham saga, including confirmation of God's promises,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802872875
• ISBN13: 9780802872876
• Release Date: July 2015
• Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 8.9"