The Scope and Authority of the Bible

by James Barr, John Barton (Preface)

This volume brings together seven essays which are representative of the author's style, approach to and outlook on contemporary biblical topics. Characterized throughout by openness of thought and iconoclasm, this collection serves as an introduction to one of the most important issues - the authority of the Bible - facing churches today, as well as the author's thoughts as a whole.

Genres: Biblical Studies, Theology, Religion

174 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 1981

About the author

James Barr, FBA, was a Scottish Old Testament scholar. At the University of Oxford, he was the Oriel Professor of the Interpretation of Holy Scripture from 1976 to 1978, and the Regius Professor of Hebrew from 1978 to 1989.
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Reviews

[Hany Abdelmalek · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although I enjoyed reading these essays, yet I disagree with some of Barr's views concerning scripture and tradition.