Deserting the King: The Book of Judges (Transformative Word)

David Beldman

ISBN 10: 157799776X / ISBN 13: 9781577997764

Published by Lexham Press, 2017

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Deserting the King: The Book of Judges (Transformative Word)
• Publisher: Lexham Press
• Publication Date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 157799776X
• ISBN 13: 9781577997764
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: very_good

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Synopsis

The book of Judges can pose many puzzles for readers today: who were the "judges"? Why was this book written, and how does it fit into the biblical narrative? And how can the story it tells--one of bloodshed, intrigue, and rejection of Yahweh's authority--change our understanding of God today?
Deserting the King guides readers through the difficulties that the book of Judges can pose for readers as it traces both the evil and redemption present in Israel's approach to kingship--and, by extension, God. And while examining the book's structure and key themes, author David Beldman draws in stories from his life and the world today, showing how this Old Testament book, in its darkness and heroism, gives us a lens to see God's at work throughout history.

About the Author

David J. H. Beldman (PhD, University of Bristol) is scholar in residence at the Surge Network in Phoenix, Arizona. He previously served as academic dean and professor of Old Testament at the Missional Training Center.