Mar 21, 2017 in this context, the pentateuch pointed the reader forward to the hope of the new covenant, based on divine faithfulness. The meaning of the pentateuch goodreads share book. Sailhamers interpretation of genesis is a little eccentric, but nonetheless very eyeopening. Most scholars studying the first five books of the bible either attempt to dissect it into various prepentateuchal documents or, at the very least, analyze genesis, exodus, leviticus, numbers. Sailhamer does a great job at exposition of the text, however, many of the tough texts are left ambiguous. Niv bible study commentary enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Sailhamer pays close attention to and interacts with a wide range of classical and contemporary literature on the pentateuch, written by jews, catholics, and protestants. Sailhamer summarizes his view, the final shape of the pentateuch reflects an interest in reading its historical narratives both typologically and futuristically. Sailhamer, including niv compact bible commentary, and pentateuch as narrative, the, and more on. Sailhamer attempted to rediscover the manner in which the jewish audience would have viewed and read the first five books. Sailhamer 1999, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Book overview if you are looking for bible study tools that are compact, easy to understand and do not require a bible degree to use, then zondervans essential bible commentary for you. Most striking is his emphasis on the unity and innertextuality of the pentateuch.
This sequence will allow a reader to follow sailhamer s thinking over the course of his career. John herbert sailhamer 1946 january 9, 2017 was an american professor of old testament. Niv bible study commentary if you are looking for bible study tools that are compact, easy to understand and do not require a bible degree to use, then zondervans essential bible commentary for you. It offers valuable, wideangle perspectives on the central messages of scripture. Sailhamer is professor of old testament at golden gate baptist theological seminary in brea, california and was formerly senior professor of old testament and hebrew at. Arranged according to the books of the bible for easeofuse, this one volume commentary provides insights into the history, events, people and places found in the stories of scripture. If you are looking for bible study tools that are compact, easy to understand and do not require a bible degree to use. Sailhamer does not get into various disputes about authorship, historicity, or date of composition. John sailhamer who only recently joined the faculty of southeastern baptist theological seminary in wake forest, north carolina is among the first rank of hebrew and old testament scholars. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the pentateuch as narrative. A biblicaltheological commentary ebook written by john h.
Sailhamer raises a number of points on which youngearth creationists would fully agree. Buy a cheap copy of niv compact bible commentary book by john h. Sailhamer has 22 books on goodreads with 3103 ratings. Science, the bible, and the promised land desiring god.
He was president of the evangelical theological society in 2000 and has published a number of books, including an introduction to old testament theology, the pentateuch as narrative. Discover book depositorys huge selection of john h sailhamer books online. I fell in love with this book in the first few pages. Genesis is not to be read alone as a separate book. Dec 01, 2000 he has authored several books including the commentary on genesis in the expositors bible commentary series, as well as having served on the living bible revision committee dealing with the book of genesis. Sailhamer often has comments and explanations that no other commentaries have. You will not read genesis the same after reading this commentary in a good way.
The pentateuch first five books of the bible should not be read as individual volumes disconnected from one another but as a single literary story. This compact commentary looks at the bible as a wholethen shows how all its books fit into the grand picture. Sailhamer writes an accessible commentary that focuses on the literary features of genesis. In genesis unbound, sailhamer adopts a unique view of the creation account in order to harmonise it with the claims of modern science. This commentary begins with the larger context the bible as a whole then shows how all its books fit into the grand picture. But unlike other commentaries, it begins with the larger context. It contains concise definitions of persons, places, objects and events, and invaluable summaries of the books of the bible. If you are looking for bible study tools that are compact, easy to understand and do not require a bible degree to. A biblicaltheological commentary library of biblical interpretation series, john h. Jun 19, 2012 niv bible study commentary ebook written by john h. This compact commentary looks at the bible as a wholethen shows how all its books. First and second chronicles may then be a commentary on the historical books. Sailhamer examined the literary structures in the pentateuch he found the. This is a great resource for a condensed commentary on the first five books of the bible highlighting the literary aspects involved.
One of the amazing distinctives of the bible is its unity. John sailhamer in his provocative book genesis unbound, many christians have felt torn between an allegiance to the bible and a recognition of the findings of modern sciencea tear that is neither necessary nor helpful john sailhamer, genesis unbound sisters, or. The paperback of the niv compact bible commentary by john h. It is a readable guide to the bible is full of facts and pictures about the arts, culture, geography. Sailhamer s interpretation of genesis is a little eccentric, but nonetheless very eyeopening. Genesis the expositors bible commentary kindle edition by sailhamer, john h download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. His other works include an introduction to old testament theology and the niiv compact bible commentary.
This view, along with the book genesis unbound, has been endorsed by major evangelical pastors and. He has authored several books including the commentary on genesis in the expositors bible commentary series, as well as having served on the living bible revision committee dealing with the book of genesis. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading genesis the expositors bible commentary. Niv compact bible commentary by john h sailhamer koorong.
If you are looking for bible study tools that are compact. You will not read genesis the same after reading this commentaryin a good way. Instead of a versebyverse exposition, it unlocks the meanings of larger sections of scripture. Niv bible study commentary 9780310331193 by john h. Sailhamer highlights key phrases and concepts that appear in genesis, numbers, and deuteronomy. Looking through the whole pentateuch from a perspective of the way it was intended, one book with 5 divisions brings the books of moses into a clear perspective for the scholar or bible student. Mar 16, 2020 at the conclusion of his service at bethel, john sailhamer completed his first scholarly publication, a commentary on first and second chronicles, with moody press. Sailhamer has published extensively on old testament matters, especially the pentateuch. It is easy to read and flows well for a commentary. Sailhamer 19462017 was professor of old testament at gateway seminary formerly golden gate baptist theological seminary in brea, california. Just as there are commentaries today for the books of the bible, so also within the bible itself are commentaries. The writings of john sailhamer an online bibliography. John sailhamer who only recently joined the faculty of.
Included is information about archaeological finds in the holy land and maps of the ancient world. Sailhamer is professor of old testament at golden gate baptist theological seminary in brea, california and was formerly senior professor of old testament and hebrew at southeastern baptist. Designed to provide students, sunday school teachers, and pastors with a quickreference resource, this onevolume commentary offers insights into the history, events, people, and places found in scripture. John h sailhamer most scholars studying the first five books of the bible either attempt to dissect it into various prepentateuchal documents or, at the very least, analyze genesis, exodus, leviticus, numbers, and. The expositors bible commentary 1990 with walter c. This sequence will allow a reader to follow sailhamer. It is a readable guide to the bible is full of facts. Compact in size but big in content, this reference tool will make a wonderful gift for all ages and will appeal to students of the bible for years to come. Sailhamer is professor of old testament at golden gate baptist theological seminary in brea, california and was formerly senior professor of old testament and hebrew at southeastern baptist theological seminary. Arranged according to the books of the bible for easeofuse, this one volume commentary provides insights into the history, events, people and places found in. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This compact commentary looks at the bible as a wholethen shows how all its books fit into the grand. The nook book ebook of the the books of the bible by john h.
It is in reality a book containing many books, written over centuries by all kinds of peopleshepherds and. Any relevant links are provided after the bibliographic. It is in reality a book containing many books, written over centuries by all kinds of peopleshepherds and kings, priests and prophetsyet it paints one big. John sailhamer states that the five parts of the pentateuch are all part of one work. Under each heading the works are numbered and listed in chronological order. The niv compact bible commentary explains the bible book by book. The books of the bible gives you an introduction to the bible and essential grasp of the 39 old testament books and the 27 new testament books.
Sailhamers latest publication, the meaning of the pentateuch 2009, has been called his magnum opus and briefly broke into s top 100 sellers. Genesis the expositors bible commentary kindle edition. Sailhamers work was characterized by a consistent focus on the hebrew bible and the compositional strategies of the biblical authors. Sailhamer is professor of old testament at golden gate baptist theological seminary in brea, california and was formerly senior professor of old testament and hebrew at southeastern baptist theological seminary his other works include an introduction to old testament theology and the niiv compact bible commentary. Sailhamer has been teaching since 1975, most recently at golden gate baptist theological seminary. If you are just reading through the pentateuch, or preaching through it, i would recommend this commentary to either. Oct 25, 2011 buy niv bible study commentary abridged by john h. The author of more than 15 books and various articles and essays, his writing centered on reading the biblethe pentateuch in particularas a unified, coherent whole. I loved the connections and how deep the work went. This includes the earth and all its lifeforms except man and everything else in the cosmossun, moon, stars, etc. Sailhamer was ordained by the evangelical free church in 1983 and accepted a new teaching position at trinity evangelical divinity school teds where he taught for 11 years. With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow your focus using our amazing set of criteria parameters. The essential bible commentary is designed for bible college students, sunday school teachers, pastors wanting a quick reference resource, and anyone else interested in learning more about the background and meaning of the bible. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read niv bible study commentary.
Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and. At the conclusion of his service at bethel, john sailhamer completed his first scholarly publication, a commentary on first and second chronicles, with moody press. Genesis unbound is wellwritten, engaging and clear with its presentation of a historical and linguistic look at the book of genesis, the first book in the bible. Aug 21, 2019 sailhamers historical creationism is the idea that genesis 1. It is possible that the writers purpose was not simply to retell these events but to explain and expound on their meaning in israels history. The content of this book would be suitable to make of the study notes of a bible, but not a commentary. Sailhamer, including titles like niv bible study commentary.