Oswalt, John N.,

The Book of Isaiah, chapters 1-39 / by John N. Oswalt. - Grand Rapids, Mich : Eerdmans, c1986. - xi, 746 p. : ill. ; 23 cm. - New international commentary on the Old Testament . - New international commentary on the Old Testament .

Bibliography: p. 65-76 Includes indexes

This commentary by Pieter A. Verhoef offers a thorough exegesis and exposition of Haggai and Malachi — two important books of Scripture that, unfortunately, are little studied — and stresses the relevance of these prophets' messages in terms of continuity and discontinuity for the Christian church.

Verhoef's introduction to each book elucidates questions of authorship, style, text, structure, historical background, and message. Making extensive use of structural analysis, Verhoef argues convincingly for the authenticity, unity, and integrity of both books.

Verhoef also brings his knowledge of the ancient Near East, the Old Testament, and biblical scholarship to bear in the commentary proper, and he displays theological acumen and pastoral sensitivity in tailoring his exposition for the student and pastor as well as for the scholar.


0802823688 080282529X

LC 86-8892


Bible.--Isaiah I-XXXIX--Commentaries

BS1515.3 / O84 1986