The Old Testament from the Modern Point of View

By Loring Woart Batten

Book Overview

The Old Testament From The Modern Point Of View, written by Loring Woart Batten, is a comprehensive exploration of the Old Testament from a contemporary perspective. The book delves into the historical, cultural, and literary context of the Old Testament, providing readers with a deep understanding of the text and its meaning. Batten examines the various books of the Old Testament, including Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, Ruth, 1 and 2 Samuel, 1 and 2 Kings, Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther. He analyzes the themes, characters, and events of each book, highlighting their relevance to modern-day readers. The book also explores the influence of the Old Testament on modern culture, including literature, art, and music. Batten discusses the role of the Old Testament in shaping Western civilization and its impact on contemporary society. Overall, The Old Testament From The Modern Point Of View is a thought-provoking and insightful examination of one of the most important texts in human history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in religion, history, or literature.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: 1428620311
• ISBN13: 9781428620315
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"