Explore the methods and aims of higher criticism and how they shape our reading of the Bible.
This edition surveys both Old and New Testament study, weighing external and internal evidence and showing how critical arguments have evolved over time. It provides context for controversial questions about authorship, dating, and the integrity of biblical books.
This book introduces the concept of higher criticism, traces its history, and sets out how scholars apply critical methods to the Bible. It discusses the practical impact of these ideas on interpreting key texts, from Pentateuchal questions to the books of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Daniel, and the Song of Solomon, as well as New Testament writings.
- Learn the aims and methods behind higher criticism and what counts as evidence.
- See how scholars approach authorship, dating, and textual integrity across both testaments.
- Understand debates over specific books, from the Pentateuch to the prophets and the Gospels.
- Explore how traditional views clash with critical findings and what this means for faith and interpretation.
Ideal for readers seeking a clear, historical grounding in biblical criticism and its ongoing discussions.