Introduction to Biblical Studies

By Steven Moyise

An introduction to the complexities of contemporary biblical studies for the absolute beginner, this text assesses the value of differing approaches to the Bible, while guiding the student towards an... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0304700916
• ISBN13: 9780304700912
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: UNKNO
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.5" x 5.3"

Customer Reviews

Brilliant introduction

Steve Moyise's Introduction to Biblical Studies is a small book but is a very well written and informative introduction to the field. There are chapters and sections on most areas of concern and confusion such as Redaction, form and literary criticism etc. I have undertaken a degree in theology and as a `evangelical exile' stayed clear of all the biblical modules I could simply because it scared me (give me philosophy of religion any day). However, had I known this book then such modules would have been a lot easier. Whilst it is only a slim volume the amount of information in its pages is surprising. There is also a very helpful subject-specific bibliography and the end of each chapter. Overall I doubt this book will hold any real interest to advanced students or scholars however as an introduction to biblical criticism this should be on top of all the recommended reading lists.

Short, Sharp, Easy to Read

Moyise is described on the back cover of the book as being "Vice Principal of the St. Albans and Oxford Ministry Course." The book is one in the "Cassell Biblical Studies Series" which is intended as an ecumenical biblical studies series between Protestants and (Roman, I presume) Catholics.The book covers all the ways of "doing" biblical criticism in a concise way whilst illustrating with interesting anecdotes where needed. Topics covered include: inspiration, historical criticism, form criticism, redaction criticism, social-scientific criticism, reader-response criticism, and post-modern criticism. This book will help new biblical studies students identify these types of biblical criticism. It does not cover any individual subject in depth.