The Religious Ideas Of The Old Testament

By H Wheeler Robinson and H. Wheeler Robinson

Book Overview

The book ""The Religious Ideas Of The Old Testament"" by Henry Wheeler Robinson is an in-depth exploration of the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Israelites as expressed in the Hebrew Bible. Robinson delves into the historical, cultural, and literary contexts of the Old Testament to provide a comprehensive understanding of the religious ideas that shaped the lives of the Israelites.The book begins with an overview of the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Near East, providing a helpful background for understanding the unique contributions of the Israelites. Robinson then examines the major themes and motifs of the Old Testament, including the nature of God, the role of humanity, the concept of sin, and the idea of redemption.Throughout the book, Robinson emphasizes the importance of understanding the Old Testament within its original context, rather than imposing modern interpretations or assumptions onto the text. He also highlights the ways in which the religious ideas of the Old Testament continue to influence contemporary religious thought and practice.Overall, ""The Religious Ideas Of The Old Testament"" is a valuable resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Israelites, as well as the ongoing significance of these ideas in contemporary religious discourse.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: 1428607404
• ISBN13: 9781428607408
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"