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The Epic Of Eden: A Christian Entry Into The Old Testament (2008)

by Sandra L. Richter(Favorite Author)

4.4 of 5 Votes: 3

ISBN

0830825770 (ISBN13: 9780830825776)

languge

English

genre

Nonfiction

publisher

IVP Academic

review 1: This is one of the greatest, popular-level books I've read on the Old Testament. There are many remarkably helpful chapters in this book - including explanations of patriarchal culture, the economics of the ancient world, and even the geography of the Old Testament region. I gained so many wonderful insights from this volume. The way Richter paints ancient near-east culture, defining words like "redemption" and "covenant", breathes incredible life into the narrative. I also LOVED the way she describes the steps of the redemptive story in covenant terms. Her explanations of Mosaic law, as well as its relevance for the modern Christian, gives extremely helpful theological insight to the reader. Honestly, I put down this book and felt extremely excited about the Old Testament... more story, as well as a bit sad regarding how much the church avoids teaching it. I cannot recommend this book highly enough - every Christian, or those exploring Christianity - should read it!
review 2: Something that every reader of the Old Testament/ Jewish Bible should read. (Even though it is published as an academic book it is pretty accessible. Of course, she uses Anthropological concepts that I know well and much of the content is not new to me so that makes it seem like a very easy read.) At the same time I learned a great deal and I really appreciated her opening up some of the background knowledge and therefore making the ancient narrative so much more meaningful. Highly recommended. less

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