An Introduction to the Pentateuch

This 1911 book presents a comprehensive account of the Pentateuch, or Torah, and the book of Joshua, collectively known as the Hexateuch.

A. T. Chapman (Author)

9781107615410, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 20 June 2013

360 pages
20.3 x 12.7 x 2 cm, 0.39 kg

Originally published in 1911, this book presents a comprehensive account of the Pentateuch, or Torah, and the book of Joshua, collectively known as the Hexateuch. The text gives a general account of critical problems concerning the Hexateuch as a whole. It is divided into two main parts: the first part provides a general introduction; the second part, which is much longer, is devoted to textual analysis. Numerous tables, appendices and notes are also included. This is a highly detailed book that will be of value to anyone with an interest in the Hebrew Bible and biblical theory.

Preface
Part I: Preliminary statement of facts
Part II: 1. The first proposition
2. The second proposition
3. The third proposition
4. Summary of the arguments in support of the three propositions
5. The law and the prophets
6. Concluding remarks
Appendix 1. Passages in the Hexateuch assigned to P
Appendix 2. Characteristics of the priestly code
Appendix 3. Comparison of the covenant code with Deuteronomy and Leviticus
Appendix 4. The style of Deuteronomy
Appendix 5. Leviticus XVII–XXVI and the prophet Ezekiel
Appendix 6. The meaning of Torah
Appendix 7. Characteristics of composite documents
Appendix 8. The Samaritan Pentateuch
Appendix 9. The Christological argument
Appendix 10. Archaeology and criticism
Miscellaneous notes and remarks
Index.

Subject Areas: Biblical studies & exegesis [HRCG]