An exegetical commentary kindle edition by hamilton, victor p download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Victor hamilton, a highly regarded old testament scholar with over thirty years experience in the classroom, offers a comprehensive exegesis of the book of exodus. Exodus is organized as a bifid, meaning that its information is divided into two major divisions. An exegetical study of the book of exodus in its cultural and historical setting, with attention to its literary features and contributions to theology. The book of exodus tells about the oppression of the israelites in egypt 1. Exodus is the second book of the pentateuch the five books of moses, and its where we find the stories of the ten plagues, the first passover, the parting of the red sea, and the ten commandments. Exodus and the torah seminary courses concordia seminary. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of exodus. Exegetical bethany castillo december 9 2016 exodus. Exegetical concordia theological seminary bookstore. He is told to record on a scroll the episode of israels victory over amalek 17.
Commentary on the book of exodus by matthew henry old. The book of exodus is a narrative of the sacred history of israel from the sojourn in egypt to the completion of the tabernacle in the wilderness. Thomas commentary guide has since been updated, but at that time, the best contemporary commentary one could recommend on the book of exodus was by brevard childs, and it could not be recommended unconditionally because it reflected childs critical stance. A good exegesis will use logic, critical thinking, and secondary sources to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the passage. Victor p hamilton victor hamilton, a highly regarded old testament scholar with over thirty years experience in the classroom, offers a comprehensive exegesis of the book of exodus. Antediluvian civilization cause of flood and construction of ark, gen 6. The bibliography for this study of exodus is presented at the end of the article, introduction to the pentateuch. Written in a clear and accessible style, this major, uptodate, evangelical, exegetical commentary opens up the riches of the book of exodus. Jun 19, 2008 in a 1996 guide to the best commentaries, derek thomas wrote.
Study the bible online using commentary on exodus 4 and more. The science and art of exegesis or exegetical method is not meant to be scary, but rather provide us with the essential tools so we can better know and teach his word. The basics of understanding bible study methods, how to learn from and about gods word is basically simple, do it. The book of exodusthe book of exodus agape bible study. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary. The literature of the ancient near east has given the invitation for a conservative interpreter to do an exegetical, study of exodus 15.
In fact, two of the best commentaries on this pivotal old testament book are very recent publications. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of exodus by murphy. An exegetical commentary haggai, zechariah, malachi. An exegetical commentary ebook 9781441240095 by victor p. Hamilton relates exodus to the rest of scripture and includes his own. There are several internal claims in the book of exodus which directly ascribe authorship to moses. Exodus 3 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. I say that it is under preached on due to most preachers fear of preaching a longdrawnout exegetical series on the entire book rather than just preaching on the most wellknown parts. The authors explore the context and meaning of the biblical books while showing the value and truth of the texts in ancient times and today. A selection of the best commentaries and bible study resources on the book of exodus. But what we do not want to do is do it bad or erroneous. With exodus we begin the story of the national entity called israel.
A critical and exegetical commentary on exodus 118. The greek septuagint lxx, and the latin vulgate versions of the old testament assigned the title exodus to this second book of moses, because the departure of israel from egypt is the dominant historical fact in the book 19. Our pericope and study focuses on the enslavement and liberation period. Exodus tells the story of israels escape from slavery in egypt and forty years they spent in the desert on their. An exegesis is an essay that focuses on a particular passage in the bible.
Stuart demonstrates his mastery of exegetical method, his. Exegetical steps exegesis the process by which one comes to understand a text hese are the typical steps involved in an exegesis. Hamilton relates exodus to the rest of scripture and includes his victor hamilton, a highly regarded old testament scholar with over thirty years experience in the classroom, offers a comprehensive exegesis of the book of exodus. Garrett has the more detailed introduction his discussions of the location of sinai and the date of the exodus are especially valuable. Now moses kept the flockthis employment he had entered on in furtherance of his matrimonial views is probable he was continuing his service now on other terms like jacob during the latter years of his stay with laban genesis 30. Then follows the burning bush episode where yahweh told moses that yahweh has heard the cry of the israelites and. Davies brings together all the relevant aids to exegesislinguistic, textual, philological, archaeological, historical, literary, and theologicalto help the reader understand the text at hand. The story of the exodus begins where the book of genesis ends.
The book of exodus is one of the most important books in the ot canon because it treats the two main events in ot salvation history, namely, the exodus from egypt and the covenant made at. This course is a study of the book of exodus all references for the course are found in the course bibliography the book of exodus is the second of five parts which comprise what scripture calls the book of moses. Merrill was distinguished professor of old testament studies at dallas theological seminary where he served on the faculty more than 35 years. Attention also is given to preparation for preaching and teaching and to enhancing facility in reading hebrew. Exodus 3 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. Then study the biblical text according to the following. The purpose of this thesis was to use the historical grammatical hermeneutic to examine the interpretative problems in this pericope of hebrew poetry. The book often referred to as the book of names, discusses the different names god takes and the various ways god reveals himself to the israelites. This commentary will be valued by professors and students of the old testament as well as pastors.
Davies provides his longawaited commentary on the first ten chapters of the second book of the torah in this indepth engagement with exodus chapters 110. Until a thorough exodus commentary with a confessional lutheran outlook appears, his volume may be your first choice, despite its drawbacks. Davies brings together all the relevant aids to exegesis linguistic, textual, philological, archaeological, historical, literary, and theologicalto help the reader. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of exodus by james g murphy, 9780530690490, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Davies commentary on exodus 110 and takes the reader up to the end of exodus chapter 18, covering the release of the israelites from egypt and the crossing of. Thankfully, the situation has changed in the last twelve years, and there are a number of good commentaries on exodus from which to choose. Modern critical scholarship has shown exodus to be composed by more than one redactor who has woven together several earlier oral and written accounts into a comprehensive book outlining the course of events during the israelite exodus. Victor hamilton, a prolific writer, leading scholar, and accomplished commentator presents us with exodus. The commentary proceeds pericopebypericope some of which are quite large e. The first ten chapters of exodus cover the affliction in egypt and the finding of moses as well as the plagues of egypt and moses interactions with pharaoh. He taught for 35 years at asbury university, and now in his. An exegetical commentary christian book distributors.
Drawing on decades of classroom experience, hamilton offers here a comprehensive exegesis of the book of exodus. Thankfully, the situation has changed in the last twelve years, and there are a number of good. For hamilton, exodus is about the full range of gods relationship with gods peopleeverything from liberation and covenant making to rebellion and restoration. The exodus experience was the defining moment in the history of the children of israel. The author of scores of books and articles, mainly of a historical and exegetical nature, dr. February 20, 1980 professors fowler and zemek the literature of the ancient near east has given the invitation for a. It is clearly written as a useful reference for teachers, pastors, and students of the bible. Exodus 4 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. Dec 09, 2016 bethany castillo december 9, 2016 exodusdeuteronomy 9 faithful to obedience the book of exodus is a very intimate story of god and moses. In his 2005 survey of bible commentaries, john brug wrote about exodus, we need help here. Study the bible online using commentary on exodus 3 and more. They are set apart from the rest of the study so that you can easily skip over them based upon the suggestion of a friend. Graham i davies this volume continues from graham i. Read exodus 3 commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible.
Genesis is es sential to the story, but it is a prologue, describing the lives of in dividual patriarchs rather than the history of a people. Read exodus 4 commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. Nov 01, 2011 victor hamilton, a highly regarded old testament scholar with over thirty years experience in the classroom, offers a comprehensive exegesis of the book of exodus. The book of exodus is one of the most fascinating yet under preached on books of the bible. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read exodus. This paper aims to provide an exegesis of exodus 1. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. Sighed by reason of the bondage for the nature of their bondage, see clarkes note on exodus 1. Andrews university an exegetical analysis of gods i am. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture ebook written by douglas k. It should give you an idea of what an exegesis paper looks like, what goes into it and how to word some of the sections. You can find the best commentary on exodus for you using the tools on the right side.
The interpretation of the text is difficult in places, due to the use of ancient idiomatic expressions, and the vast cultural divide that separates the early hebrews from later commentators. Doug stuart has given us a good conservative evangelical commentary on a crucial book of the old testament. In more than 120 christocentric, devotional meditations on the book of exodus, valerius herberger shows his fervent belief that jesus christ is the center of every part of scripture. The exodus of gods chosen israel is the greatest story of redemption in the old testament. Below are sample a grade exegesis papers written by two of my students. The evangelical exegetical commentary series incorporates the latest in critical biblical scholarship, yet each volume is written from a distinctly evangelical perspective. It has sought to bring together all the relevant aids to exegesis linguistic and textual no less than archaeological, historical, literary and theologicalwith a level of comprehension. Idestrom exegesis paper guidelines always begin with prayer, asking for the holy spirits guidance in the interpretive process. Exodus is translated from hebrew to the word names. Joseph was the remarkable greatgrandson of abraham who saved egypt from terrible famine because he listened to gods voice speaking through pharaohs dream.
The emphasis is on exegesis verse by verse based on the niv printed in the text, but the author does not hesitate at various points to criticize this and give his alternative translation. So often we can identify with the ethiopian eunuch who had trouble understanding the prophet isaiah acts 8. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. Exodus is the true beginning of the story of israel. An exegetical commentary kindle edition by hamilton. An abbreviated version of this work entitled, biblical hermeneutics and a methodology for studying the bible, will be posted as an article on. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture. Nov 17, 2018 the book of exodus is the story of god rescuing the children of israel from egypt and forging a special relationship with them. See the preface to the book of job, where this subject is considered. Some suppose that moses wrote the book of job during the time he sojourned in midian, and also the book of genesis. Book of generations of adam through seth beginning of mans history obituary notices, gen 5. Exodus introduction 2 also, it is not necessary that you read the grey hebrew exegesis tables in the exegeted chapters. Victor hamilton is well known for his 2part commentary on genesis in the new international commentary of the old testament series, his handbook on the pentateuch, and his handbook on the historical books. Merrill holds the phd in old testament studies from b.
It is of the most important book in the hebrew bible. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary stuart, douglas k. Victor hamilton, a highly regarded old testament scholar with over 30 years experience in the classroom, offers a comprehensive exegesis of the book of exodus. Andrews university an exegetical analysis of gods i. Establish or orient the context of the pericope in the biblical book as a whole.
Library tools for biblical exegesis duke divinity school. There is a famine of really good commentaries on exodus. It includes the first code of the law in the decalogue and book of the covenant. Hamilton relates exodus to the rest of scripture and includes his own translation of the text. Hamilton rel victor hamilton, a highly regarded old testament scholar with over thirty years experience in the classroom, offers a. The analysis and synthesis approach to biblical studies applied here to exodus is a methodology developed by the author decanio, 2007 in conjunction with his doctoral studies at the university of south africa. Davies for over 100 years, the international critical commentary series has held a special place among works on the bible. Accessible, uptodate, exegeticaltextfocused, and evangelical this commentary opens up the riches of the book of exodus, and will be valued by professors, students, as well as pastors and laity with advanced experience with biblical study. Thus, the book of exodus came to proclaim allegorically the free salvation of god. In the hebrew bible, the opening words, and or now, these are the names, served as the title. An exegetical commentary 9780801031830 by victor p.
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