Explore the Book of Judges with expert introduction and scholarly notes.
This edition presents the book with an accompanying introduction and notes by John Sutherland Black, edited for the Syndics of the University Press. It follows the Cambridge Text tradition, using the Cambridge Paragraph Bible as its base text, and includes clarifying commentary and historical context to help readers understand the rise of the twelve judges and the early history of Israel.
Contents include a detailed introduction outlining the title, subject, structure, and dating, followed by focused analysis of the book’s sections and its relation to the Book of Joshua. The edition also features notes explaining terminology, textual variants, and historical background, all designed to aid study and reading in a classroom or self-guided setting.
- Clear, accessible introduction covering title, subject, date, and structure
- Scholarly notes and textual apparatus based on the Cambridge Paragraph Bible
- Explanations of historical and geographical references found in Judges
- Helpful index and cross-references for deeper study
Ideal for students and readers seeking a reliable, well‑annotated edition that places the book in its literary and historical context.