Mark W. Elliott is senior lecturer in church history at the University of St. Andrews. Grant Macaskill holds the Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis at the University of Aberdeen, Scotland.
Walter Brueggemann
-- Columbia Theological Seminary
"This rich and fresh collection of essays pivots on the daring
conviction that historical-critical study and theological
interpretation (informed by ongoing church tradition) can usefully
engage each other in generative ways. The outcome, in various
idioms, is a deep plunge into theological exploration that reaches
in many contemporary directions, notably, faith and science,
covenant and creation, food, poverty, work, and attentiveness to
environment. Readers will inescapably be led in new directions of
thought and interpretation by these provocative studies."
Interpretation
"Twenty-one noted scholars consider the ancient book of Genesis --
one of the richest resources for Jewish and Christian theological
reflection -- in dialogue with historical and contemporary
theological reflection. Their essays offer new vistas on familiar
texts, reawakening past debates and challenging modern clichés."
Review & Expositor
"This volume is an excellent resource for clergy who desire a
deeper appreciation of biblical/theological concepts." Theology
"The breadth and quality of this volume make it more than a
reference book for specialists. . . . It will be a rare reader who
will not benefit in one way or other from this collection." Review
of Biblical Literature
"A hearty meal that will indulge the most refined exegetical and
theological taste buds. . . . It described the diverse ways in
which Genesis relates to Christian theology, helps break down the
dividing wall between specializations, and open new interpretive
and theological horizons on familiar texts. . . . For those
interested in Genesis and theological interpretation of scripture,
the work will offer a satisfying meal." Trinity Journal
"This book offers a helpful way forward in the goal of theological
Christian interpretation of the Scriptures and fruitful dialogue
between specialties and is an excellent resource for pastors,
students, scholars, and laity."
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