Higher Criticism Of The Hexateuch

By Charles A. Briggs

Book Overview

""Higher Criticism of the Hexateuch"" is a scholarly work by Charles Augustus Briggs that examines the first six books of the Old Testament, known as the Hexateuch. The book focuses on the historical and literary analysis of the Hexateuch, and it explores the authorship, composition, and sources of these books. The author argues that the Hexateuch is not the work of a single author, but rather the result of a long and complex process of composition and editing. Briggs also discusses the social and cultural context in which the Hexateuch was written and the theological and ethical themes that emerge from its text. This book is a seminal work in the field of biblical studies and is essential reading for anyone interested in the history and interpretation of the Old Testament.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: 1428622683
• ISBN13: 9781428622685
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"