Septuagint As Christian Scripture: Its Prehistory and the Problem of Its Canon - Softcover

Martin Hengel

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0567082873 ISBN 13: 9780567082879

Publisher: Bloomsbury T&T Clark, 2004

Synopsis

The Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Old Testament, was the 'Bible' of the early Christian Church. This is a comprehensive introduction to the issues surrounding the translation and development of the Septuagint.

Professor Hengel first traces the history of the Septuagint. He explores the controversial discussion between Jews and Christians regarding its reliability, examining particularly the views of the church fathers relating to its authority, its inspiration, and its canon.

About this title

About the Author

Martin Hengel is Emeritus Professor of New Testament and Ancient Judaism, University of Tübingen, Germany.

Review

“Hengel is illuminating... This volume deserves careful consideration by both NY and LXX scholars... Also students of both disciplines as well as students of early church history will find the book beneficial.” –Bernard Taylor, Andrews University Seminary Studies, Seminary Studies 41, Fall 2003

“Hengel offers a concise, focused, and accessible presentation of a broad range of data that will be useful to scholars in a variety of fields.” –Hebrew Studies 45, 2004

"This work of a recognized master in the field will be welcome by beginners and scholars alike in this rapidly developing branch of study."
Martin McNamara, Milltown Institute, Heythrop Journal (Heythrop Journal)

“This work of a recognized master in the field will be welcome by beginners and scholars alike in this rapidly developing branch of study.”
Martin McNamara, Milltown Institute, Heythrop Journal (Heythrop Journal)

Edition details

• Publisher: Bloomsbury T&T Clark
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0567082873
• ISBN 13: 9780567082879
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 153