Jon D. Levenson

A Jewish Paul

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Scrupulous in its fairness to Judaism and immensely helpful in correcting noxious Christian misrepresentations of it, this readable and engaging little book succeeds remarkably in locating Paul, the Christian apostle to the gentiles, within the Judaism in which he was formed and which he never thought he had altogether left. Both Christians and Jews have much to gain from reading A Jewish Paul. Highly recommended!”

Abraham

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In clear and engaging language, one of the most accomplished biblical scholars of our time sheds much light on the figure of Abraham in Genesis, challenging scholarly conventions along the way and placing the narratives about him in a new framework. All readers can learn and benefit from Blenkinsopp's interpretations.”

Abraham's Promise

World Religions

“Wyschogrod is the most interesting and most astute Jewish theologian writing today. His insights flow from the deep sources of Judaism in the Bible and the rabbinic tradition and profoundly illuminate not only Judaism but Christianity as well. No one interested in Jewish-Christian relations can afford to miss these lucid and engaging essays.”

Christian Doctrine and the Old Testament

Theology

“In this profound and engaging volume, one of the keenest theological minds of our time explores the Old Testament foundations of major Christian doctrines with great respect both for Judaism and for the original context of the Scriptures he discusses. The book is a rarity in scholarship and a major achievement from which anyone with an interest in Christian theology or the Old Testament can profit.”

David Remembered

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In lucid and accessible language but with his characteristic deep learning and eminently good judgment, Joseph Blenkinsopp traces the development of Jewish thinking about God's promise to David in periods that are crucial for Judaism and Christianity alike and yet underappreciated outside the academy. Both those familiar with the texts he discusses and those unfamiliar with them will find this book illuminating and rewarding -- and a pleasure to read. Highly recommended.”

Esther and the Politics of Negotiation

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This learned but readable book demonstrates that social history and literary analysis can interact productively. It sheds valuable light not only on the book of Esther itself but on the role of women in ancient Israel more broadly, boldly challenging the sharp dichotomy between public and private realms. Highly recommended!”

Exodus

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In his commentary on Exodus, Marvin Sweeney, one of the most learned and versatile biblical scholars of our time, once again demonstrates his impressive ability to address the scriptural text on multiple levels and through multiple periods, from the earliest pre-literary traditions through contemporary applications across the globe. Every reader, whether agreeing with his conclusions and speculations or not, will come away from this book informed and enriched. I certainly did.”

Hezekiah and the Dialogue of Memory

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Through the deft blending of historical and narrative methods of analysis, Dr. Park traces the character development of King Hezekiah through multiple levels of interpretation. Though the data is complex and explanations are often elusive, her understanding of the growth of tradition in terms of each generation’s struggle with theological questions left unanswered by an earlier generation produces a trajectory that is both exegetically convincing and hermeneutically suggestive.” —Paul D. Hanson Harvard University “This exceptionally clear and careful study sheds valuable light not only on the history of ancient Israel but also on the evolution of its theological thinking. It has much to offer to a wide range of readers—laypeople interested in the Bible, members of the clergy (Jewish or Christian), and scholars of the Hebrew Bible alike.”

Onslaught against Innocence

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“The master of a truly extraordinary range of techniques of interpretation, Andre LaCocque is able to extract deep theological, psychological, and moral meanings out of a deceptively simple and often under-interpreted chapter of the Bible. This sophisticated yet accessible book will repay the attention of many types of readers-Jewish or Christian, religious or secular, with training in Biblical Studies or without.”

TANAK

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In Tanak one of the most learned biblical scholars of our time offers a highly intelligent, intellectually honest, and readable introduction to the Jewish Bible. Among its many strengths is its capacity to locate that set of books within the world of its composition without losing sight of its foundational role in the Jewish tradition and the deeper theological issues at stake. I highly recommend Tanak to general readers, scholars, students, and clergy alike.”

That I May Dwell among Them

Theology

“God’s presence in the temple and the meaning of the sacrifices offered there are among the most misunderstood, misrepresented, or neglected elements of biblical religion—and yet, as this extraordinarily perceptive, lucidly written, and well-argued book demonstrates, they are essential to understanding the Bible. Anyone interested in biblical theology would do well to ponder both the fascinating literary connections Anderson draws and the profound religious insights he develops.”

Willingness to Die and the Gift of Life

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In this splendidly argued, creative, learned, and readable volume, one of the preeminent biblical scholars of the younger generation offers striking new insights into no less momentous an issue than that of death and life in the Hebrew Bible. Buckle your seat belt: this book is likely to change your views on that issue and on a multitude of biblical texts in the process. Enthusiastically recommended!”