The Antiquity Of Hebrew Writing And Literature: Or Problems In Pentateuchal Criticism (1911)

By Alvin Sylvester Zerbe

Book Overview

The Antiquity of Hebrew Writing and Literature: Or Problems in Pentateuchal Criticism is a book written by Alvin Sylvester Zerbe in 1911. The book explores the origins and development of Hebrew writing and literature, with a particular focus on the Pentateuch (the first five books of the Hebrew Bible). Zerbe addresses the various challenges and controversies surrounding the authorship and composition of the Pentateuch, including the Documentary Hypothesis, which suggests that the Pentateuch was composed by multiple authors over several centuries. The book also delves into the historical and cultural context in which the Pentateuch was written, providing insights into the social, political, and religious factors that influenced its development. Overall, The Antiquity of Hebrew Writing and Literature is a scholarly work that offers a detailed and comprehensive analysis of one of the most important texts in the Hebrew Bible.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104783118
• ISBN13: 9781104783112
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"