Paths into the Book of Books (Paperback)
Language: English
Published by Floris Books, Edinburgh, 2015
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Paperback. Study of the Bible can be enlivened by understanding the historical and cultural context of the text, and delving more deeply into the original language.In this book, Elsbeth Weymann, an expert in Greek and Hebrew, has selected biblical passages which take the reader through the festivals of the year -- from Advent and Easter to Pentecost and Michaelmas. Each passage has a fresh translation and in-depth commentary. For instance, in the story of Pentecost, she highlights the use of the unusual feminine form of the word 'spirit', which points to a feminine aspect of the Holy Spirit.Weymann's study of specific words and grammar also shows how the living presence of the Old Testament is evident in the New Testament. This book is for anyone looking for deeper meaning in the Bible. An in-depth linguistic and cultural study of a selection of biblical passages, chosen to represent the main Christian festivals through the year. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…
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- Title
- Paths into the Book of Books (Paperback)
- Author
- Elsbeth Weymann
- Publisher
- Floris Books, Edinburgh
- Publication year
- 2015
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1782501622
- ISBN 13
- 9781782501626
An in-depth linguistic and cultural study of a selection of biblical passages, chosen to represent the main Christian festivals through the year.
Study of the Bible can be enlivened by understanding the historical and cultural context of the text, and delving more deeply into the original language.
In this book, Elsbeth Weymann, an expert in Greek and Hebrew, has selected biblical passages which take the reader through the festivals of the year -- from Advent and Easter to Pentecost and Michaelmas. Each passage has a fresh translation and in-depth commentary. For instance, in the story of Pentecost, she highlights the use of the unusual feminine form of the word 'spirit', which points to a feminine aspect of the Holy Spirit.
Weymann's study of specific words and grammar also shows how the living presence of the Old Testament is evident in the New Testament. This book is for anyone looking for deeper meaning in the Bible.
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Luke Barr is a priest of The Christian Community in Aberdeen.
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