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Title: The Origin and Permanent Value of the Old Testament

Note: Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Tiffany Vergon, David Widger and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "The Origin and Permanent Value of the Old Testament" by Charles Foster Kent is an analytical treatise on biblical literature written in the early 20th century. The text addresses the significance of the Old Testament, exploring both its historical importance and the reasons behind its declining attention within Christian circles during Kent's time. The author argues for a renewed appreciation of the Old Testament, emphasizing its literary beauty, its historical context, and its spiritual insights, which he believes are essential for understanding the Christian faith. The opening of the book focuses on the contrasting attitudes towards the Old and New Testaments, noting the growing neglect of the former among contemporary scholars and clergy. Kent raises critical questions about the Old Testament's role and relevance in modern religious education, advocating for a deeper engagement with these ancient Scriptures. He insists that the Old Testament is not just an archaic text but a vital repository of moral and spiritual truths that continue to resonate with the pressing needs of contemporary religious life. The author introduces the foundational themes of the Old Testament, laying the groundwork for his argument on its enduring value throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Kent, Charles Foster, 1867-1925

EBook No.: 8566

Published: Jul 1, 2005

Downloads: 67

Language: English

Subject: Bible. New Testament -- Criticism, interpretation, etc.

Subject: Bible. Old Testament -- Introductions

Subject: Bible. New Testament -- History

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

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Origin and Permanent Value of the Old Testament

Note: Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Tiffany Vergon, David Widger and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "The Origin and Permanent Value of the Old Testament" by Charles Foster Kent is an analytical treatise on biblical literature written in the early 20th century. The text addresses the significance of the Old Testament, exploring both its historical importance and the reasons behind its declining attention within Christian circles during Kent's time. The author argues for a renewed appreciation of the Old Testament, emphasizing its literary beauty, its historical context, and its spiritual insights, which he believes are essential for understanding the Christian faith. The opening of the book focuses on the contrasting attitudes towards the Old and New Testaments, noting the growing neglect of the former among contemporary scholars and clergy. Kent raises critical questions about the Old Testament's role and relevance in modern religious education, advocating for a deeper engagement with these ancient Scriptures. He insists that the Old Testament is not just an archaic text but a vital repository of moral and spiritual truths that continue to resonate with the pressing needs of contemporary religious life. The author introduces the foundational themes of the Old Testament, laying the groundwork for his argument on its enduring value throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Kent, Charles Foster, 1867-1925

EBook No.: 8566

Published: Jul 1, 2005

Downloads: 67

Language: English

Subject: Bible. New Testament -- Criticism, interpretation, etc.

Subject: Bible. Old Testament -- Introductions

Subject: Bible. New Testament -- History

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

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.