Book of Genesis 1-24

Originally published in 1923 for use in schools, this book contains the Revised Version text of Genesis 1-24, with critical annotations.

List of contents

Introduction: 1. Name; 2. Scope; 3. Sources; 4. Characteristics of the sources; 5. The early narratives and Babylonia; 6. The value of Genesis; 7. The conception of God; 8. The faith of Abraham; 9. Abraham's home; 10. The early chapters of Genesis in the New Testament; 11. Analysis; Text and notes; Appendix on the early narratives of Genesis; Index.

Summary

Originally published in 1923 for use in schools, this book contains the Revised Version text of Genesis 1-24, with critical annotations by H. C. O. Lanchester. The introduction provides information on sources and historical context.

Product details

• Authors: H. C. O. Lanchester, H.c.o. Lanchester
• Assisted by: H. C. O. Lanchester (Editor), Henry Craven Lanchester (Editor)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 29.05.2014
• EAN: 9781107652712
• ISBN: 978-1-107-65271-2
• No. of pages: 106
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Christianity; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Religion: general, reference works; RELIGION / Christianity / General, Christianity, Criticism and exegesis of sacred texts, Biblical Studies & Exegesis, Old Testaments