Those eight books are now combined into the onevolume bridgeway bible commentary, which is a companion in size, style and format to the bridgeway bible dictionary, an a to z of biblical information. The first volume comments on genesis 111, which deals with the beginning of the world and the human race. Brueggemann, genesis, interpretation westminster john knox, 1982 and, more recently, terence fretheim, genesis in the new interpreters bible, volume 1 abingdon, 1994. It was developed by biblical scholar meredith kline.
For the mt version see harold stigers, a commentary on genesis grand rapids. Controversial bible, what does the old testament say about god. Make your choice below and download the pdf commentary ebook for free. This volume, the first of three, concerns itself with the stories from creation through noah and the tower of babel, traditionally called the prehistory. Westermann carefully examines each pericope from a. Westermann s genesis commentary, long held to be a classic, is a valuable addition to any library concerned with serious study of genesis. The abridged version of westermann s classic threevolume work on genesis. This work presents a magisterial commentary in a condensed and more. He looks at each part of the text from different angles, examining the literary form, the historical setting. Pdf matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible book by. A commentary continental commentaries volume 1 of genesis. With this second volume of westermann s largescale commentary on genesis, englishspeaking readers have ready access to a masterful analysis of the patriarchal narratives. The third volume comments on genesis 3750 and touches upon. I recommend claus westermann s threevolume commentary on genesis for those interested in a full range of discussion of critical issues, with emphasis on the european tradition of scholarship trinity international university library december 29, 2016.
Claus westermann this volume, covering genesis 111, is concerned with what the author calls the story of primeval events. Study the bible online using commentary on genesis and more. Professor westermann offers an extensive introduction to the social and religious setting of the patriarchal period and an analysis of the shaping of the text of genesis 1236. Genesis 111 is an admixture of narratives and genealogies, but renaming the narrative has been difficult. Free download or read online matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible pdf epub book. This work presents a magisterial commentary in a condensed and more accessible form. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Claus westermann was emeritus professor at the university of heidelberg. Zondervan, 1976 318, and westermann, genesis 3750, 188. About the author claus westermann was professor of old testament at the university of heidelberg in germany. By reading this genesis 1236 continental commentary continental commentaries, by claus westermann, you could greater than just what you receive from other publication genesis 1236 continental commentary continental commentaries, by claus westermann this is a prominent book that is released from famous publisher. Genesis commentary, though he goes about it differently, luther still clearly assumes an historic continuity in the gospel. Select publications of westermann some works that have been translated into english. Read genesis commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible.
Besides his threevolume commentary on genesis, he is renowned for his many exegetical and theological treatments of the old testament, including basic forms of prophetic speech, praise and lament in the psalms, elements of old testament theology, and the promises to the fathers. This volume, covering genesis 111, is concerned with what the author calls the story of primeval events. Westermanns commentary on the book of genesis is divided into three volumes. Westermann s commentary has the merit of taking a definite stand in the hermeneutical debate. Rodd and praised for its thoroughness, clarity, and freshness john bright. Sailhamer, genesis, in the expositors bible commentary grand rapids. He looks at each part of the text from different angles, examining the literary form, the historical setting, the thrust of the narrative, as well as a commentary on the text itself.
Included are a fresh translation of genesis, the philological reasoning behind the translation, an examination of the historical background of the original text, a. Its appearance in english has been greeted with enthusiasm as one of the really great commentaries. The second volume of westermann s commentary on genesis expounds on the patriarchal storythe figures of abraham, isaac, and jacob, and their significance not only for israel, but for human history. Their stories deal with the beginnings of human society, and of the family in particular. This volume, the sceond of three, concerns itself with the stories from abraham through jacob. This is a commentary of outstanding usefulness which may be commended without reservation to all serious students of the old testament. Summary claus westermanns genesis 111 is a massive 636 page volume, a thorough survey and account of all the literature on genesis of the works of protestant, catholic and jewish scholars, as well as the contributions of the pertinent secular disciplines ix. All 66 books of the bible have been covered by john schultz.
I recommend claus westermann s threevolume commentary on genesis for those interested in a full range of discussion of critical issues, with emphasis on the european tradition of scholarship. Westermann carefully examines each pericope from a scholarly perspective with notes, commentary and comments. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of and is available in hardcover format. Westermann is considered one of the premier old testament scholars of the twentieth century. Westermann s commentary on the joseph narrative completes his magnum opus, a threevolume commentary on the book of genesis. Westermanns genesis commentary, long held to be a classic, is a valuable addition to any library concerned with serious study of genesis. He looks at each part of the text from different angles, examining the literary form, the historical setting, the thrust of the narrative, as well as a commentary. The third volume comments on genesis 3750 and touches upon the joseph story. An accomplishment of a life time, matched by only a few saints in history. Included are a fresh translation of genesis, the philological reasoning behind the translation, an examination of the historical background of the original text, a survey of all that has been written about genesis.
The main characters of this religion, religion story are. Particularly notable among his scholarship is his lengthy and comprehensive commentary on the book of genesis, especially the volume covering genesis 111. This has been the traditional understanding since the. I recommend claus westermann s threevolume commentary on genesis for those interested in a. Westermann s commentary on the book of genesis is divided into three volumes. A continental commentary by claus westermann and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It should also be noted that westermann s commentary on genesis 111 is scheduled for publication in english soon. It should also be noted that westermanns commentary on genesis 111 is scheduled for publication in english soon.
It will stand as the definitive commentary on genesis for years to come. Again and again westermann opens up dimensions of meaning which are not only relevant for theology but for human existence in the modern world. Driver, the book of genesis 5th ed westminster commentaries. The abridged version of westermanns classic threevolume work on genesis. Claus westermann, genesis 111, a continental commentary, john j. No large scholarly commentary on genesis has appeared in german since those of hermann gunkel 1922 and otto procksch 1924.
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The story of primeval events in the pentateuch and its. There has however been a flood of literature on genesis 111 and a number of important, though short, and popular expositions like those of g. This work presents a magisterial commentary in a condensed and more poluar form. Claus westermanns 3volume commentary on genesis stands as one of the most exhaustive treatments of the first book of the bible available today. This third volume of westermann s masterful commentary on genesis offers a stimulating treatment of the most humanly poignant and unified of the narratives in genesis the joseph story. An abridged edition of westermann s classic threevolume work on genesis. The first volume comments on genesis 111, which deals with the beginning of. It is a general statement followed by specific details. Abraham, isaac, and jacob, along with seth and other lesser known figures, emerge in the commentary looking like early lutheran preachers. Jenson, how the world lost its story, first things 36 october 1993 19ff. Genesis 1 11 a continental commentary download ebook pdf.