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The Book of Exodus: With Introduction and Notes (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

A. H. McNeile

 
9780666568083: The Book of Exodus: With Introduction and Notes (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore the Book of Exodus with expert guidance and careful scholarship that reveals its many facets.

This Cambridge edition presents a thoughtful introduction and notes that bring together archaeology, history, geography, and theology. It explains how the book fits into the Old Testament landscape and what its stories meant to ancient readers and to later readers alike.

The edition aims to illuminate the text without overloading it with complex critical detail, balancing analysis with accessible commentary. It covers the book’s structure, the unity and diversity of its narratives, and the evolving ideas about law, worship, and covenant that shape Exodus.

  • Clear overview of the book’s component parts and major themes
  • Discussion of the priestly and prophetic strands and how they affect interpretation
  • Practical notes on key passages, laws, rituals, and their historical context
  • Maps, illustrations, and a bibliography guiding further study

Ideal for students, teachers, and general readers seeking a solid, readable guide to Exodus.

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