This work shines Advent light on the traditions and images of
ancient Israel. We realize that we cannot understand the Christ of
Christmas unless we know the God of Israel. For indeed, in Jesus,
God became a Jew. The author follows the trail of the Christmas
spirit back to what may seem its unlikely source - the Hebrew
Scriptures. We can appreciate the blessings of Christmas when we
understand the Advent promises contained in the world of the Old
Testament.Stephen J. Binz, Editor of God's Word Today; Author of
Advent of the Savior and The God of Freedom and Life
This is a gem, with fresh insights on every page for all believers.
Especially if you are a pastor or are involved in adult ministry,
please take a look at Dohmen's book and consider making use of it
for Advent in the coming year.Christianity Today: 10 Best Books of
2000
. . . not only gives a way to reclaim Advent, it draws us into the
riches of biblical typology. . . . An excellent resource for
preachers, liturgists, and those of us who simply pray in our
pews!Irene Nowell, OSB, Author of Sing a New Song: The Psalms in
the Sunday Lectionary and Women in the Old Testament, Mount St.
Scholastica, Atchinson, Kansas
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