
Genesis 1-15
by:
Gordon J. Wenham
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0849902002
ISBN 13: 9780849902000
Publication date:
October 9th, 1987
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Inc
Pages: 352
Dr. Gordon J. Wenham delves into the intricacies of Genesis 1-15, challenging traditional interpretations with a fresh perspective that highlights the text's foundational themes and narratives. Recent scholarship favors a more straightforward examination of these early chapters, and Wenham guides readers through this modern approach, shedding light on the rich theological and literary dimensions that have shaped Judeo-Christian thought.
By analyzing the creation accounts and the stories of early humanity, Wenham illuminates significant concepts such as divine authority, human agency, and the intricate relationship between God and creation. His insights invite a deeper understanding of Genesis as not merely historical but as a profound exploration of existential questions that resonate even today.
By analyzing the creation accounts and the stories of early humanity, Wenham illuminates significant concepts such as divine authority, human agency, and the intricate relationship between God and creation. His insights invite a deeper understanding of Genesis as not merely historical but as a profound exploration of existential questions that resonate even today.