Birthpangs and Blessings: A Commentary on the Book of Genesis stocked The Most Revd Dr Michael

The Most Revd Dr Michael Jackson

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The Revd Canon Dr Mark Pryce

Birthpangs and Blessings: A Commentary on the Book of Genesis stocked The Most Revd Dr MichaelRecent trends in Old Testament studies have radically changed the way we look at the first book of the Bible. This commentary takes account of these developmentsacknowledging that traditional source critical theories need to be re evaluated, seeking to explore the book holistically, and taking account of its qualities as a story. Clare Amos draws upon her extensive knowledge of the modern Middle East, its peoples, its religions and its problems, to