A Critical and Exegetical Commentary on the Book of Job (Classic Reprint)

Samuel Rolles Driver, George Buchanan Gray

ISBN 10: 133299749X / ISBN 13: 9781332997497

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This volume is an insightful commentary on the biblical book of Job, an ancient text that grapples with enduring questions of human suffering, faith, and the nature of good and evil. The book of Job is unique in the Hebrew Bible for its combination of prose and poetry, and for its philosophical exploration of life's greatest mysteries. The author of this commentary provides a comprehensive analysis of the text, examining its historical context, literary form, and theological themes. The author considers the diverse perspectives and interpretations offered by scholars and religious thinkers throughout history, and sheds new light on the book's enigmatic characters and evocative language. Through a detailed examination of the text, the commentary explores the book of Job's enduring relevance to our own lives and our understanding of the human condition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Critical and Exegetical Commentary on the Book of Job (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 133299749X
• ISBN 13: 9781332997497
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Christianity

About this title

Synopsis

Deepen your understanding of Job with a meticulous scholarly edition.

This volume presents a new translation alongside extensive philological and textual notes that illuminate difficult passages and linguistic details.

The edition frames the book of Job with careful analysis of language, culture, and biblical context. It guides readers through interpretation, variant readings, and the history of scholarship, without relying on a single viewpoint.

• A fresh translation paired with detailed notes on grammar, semantics, and textual decisions.
• Extensive indexes and cross‑references that connect English, Greek, Aramaic, and other sources.
• Discussions of key figures and themes, including major characters like Job and Elihu, within the wider biblical milieu.

Ideal for students, researchers, and readers who want a thorough, language‑grounded approach to the Book of Job.

About the Author

Driver was professor of Hebrew at Oxford University.