The Genesis of Genesis: A Study of the Documentary Sources of the First Book of Moses in Accordance with the Results of Critical Science Illustrating ... of Bibles Within the Bible (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Benjamin Wisner Bacon

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484287281 ISBN 13: 9780484287289

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

Unraveling the origins of Genesis with clear, reader-friendly analysis.

This book explains how scholars study the sources behind the first book of Moses, using a evidence-based approach that looks at methods, not just conclusions.

This edition presents the documentary theory in accessible terms for a broad audience. It guides readers through the ideas of historical criticism and documentary analysis, showing how scholars distinguish between different source strands and reconstruct the text. The work aims to help readers form their own informed view by presenting the general principles and the central results of the critical study.

• A clear introduction to documentary analysis and its relation to historical criticism.
• A step-by-step look at how scholars untangle the sources behind Genesis.
• Examples that illustrate how textual evidence supports conclusions.
• Suggestions for readers to compare scholarly arguments and verify claims.

Ideal for readers of biblical studies, church and classroom use, and anyone curious about how the Genesis text came to be.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484287281
• ISBN 13: 9780484287289
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 388