Jeffrey G. Audirsch

The Order of the Old Testament

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“The two most popular canonical orders of the Old Testament—the fourfold order (following the Septuagint) and the threefold order (following the Jewish canon)—are often discussed without much consideration of their purpose and significance. In The Order of the Old Testament, Melendez highlights the value of the threefold order of the Tanakh by providing concise and readable surveys of six interpretive approaches to the canonical shape of the Tanakh, giving reasons for adopting each approach as well as identifying key proponents and summarizing the hermeneutical realities. Test cases using key passages demonstrate the benefits of each approach. This book will be appreciated by students and scholars interested in deepening their understanding of the threefold order of the Tanakh.”