Richard D. Nelson

The Old Testament

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This introduction to the Old Testament stands out from similar efforts because, along with a focus on content, growth, and context, it pays serious attention to matters of interpretation. Always understandable, but never oversimplified, this will be a perfect textbook for college and seminary students.”

Truth and Subjectivity, Faith and History

Philosophy

“John admirably balances the claims of rational truth and historical experience, through a close reading of Kierkegaard. In doing so, he has successfully reoriented Christian apologetics to a postcolonial mission. In an Asian turn to apologetics, he contrasts Western intellectual and spiritual hubris with the humility of the devout idolater, rendering the cultural crossroad of India contemporary with the New Testament.”