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Title: Introduction to the Old Testament

Note: Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: This eBook was produced by Anne Folland, Tiffany Vergon, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "Introduction to the Old Testament" by John Edgar McFadyen is a scholarly religious text likely written in the early 20th century. This work aims to provide theological students, ministers, and lay readers with an accessible overview of the Old Testament, focusing on major themes and issues rather than intricate details. McFadyen emphasizes the religious content and significance of the texts, striving to convey the humanity and moral depth of their authors while also addressing various literary and historical challenges associated with understanding these ancient writings. The opening portion of the book presents the author’s intent and methodology for addressing the complexities of the Old Testament. McFadyen clarifies that his introduction is not for specialists but for those new to the subject, aiming to illuminate the central themes and narratives without demanding prior linguistic knowledge. He discusses the structure of the Old Testament and emphasizes its religious significance, mentioning the importance of understanding the faith and humanity of its authors. He acknowledges the intricacies within the texts and the debate over their origins, stressing that the ultimate value of these writings lies in their spiritual insights, which have enduring relevance today. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: McFadyen, John Edgar, 1870-1933

EBook No.: 7168

Published: Dec 1, 2004

Downloads: 51

Language: English

Subject: Bible. Old Testament -- Introductions

LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Introduction to the Old Testament

Note: Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: This eBook was produced by Anne Folland, Tiffany Vergon, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "Introduction to the Old Testament" by John Edgar McFadyen is a scholarly religious text likely written in the early 20th century. This work aims to provide theological students, ministers, and lay readers with an accessible overview of the Old Testament, focusing on major themes and issues rather than intricate details. McFadyen emphasizes the religious content and significance of the texts, striving to convey the humanity and moral depth of their authors while also addressing various literary and historical challenges associated with understanding these ancient writings. The opening portion of the book presents the author’s intent and methodology for addressing the complexities of the Old Testament. McFadyen clarifies that his introduction is not for specialists but for those new to the subject, aiming to illuminate the central themes and narratives without demanding prior linguistic knowledge. He discusses the structure of the Old Testament and emphasizes its religious significance, mentioning the importance of understanding the faith and humanity of its authors. He acknowledges the intricacies within the texts and the debate over their origins, stressing that the ultimate value of these writings lies in their spiritual insights, which have enduring relevance today. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: McFadyen, John Edgar, 1870-1933

EBook No.: 7168

Published: Dec 1, 2004

Downloads: 51

Language: English

Subject: Bible. Old Testament -- Introductions

LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.