Old Testament Times

by R.K. Harrison

Sheds light on the origin and nature of Hebrew texts and versions, helping scholars, students, and pastors more fully understand the Old Testament.

Genres: Old Testament, Biblical Studies, Education, Reference, History

Hardcover

Published January 1, 1971

Reviews

[Kesia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overview of OT context. The beginning chapters were heavily focused on Near Eastern nations and how their cultures are relevant to the OT. I felt that the Pentateuch got lots of attention where as the prophets and post exilic times were covered quicker with less details.

Interesting to read about the archeology bits and its involvement in helping validate and interpret scripture. Helpful pictures and illustrations throughout.

[Pei-jean Lu · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was hoping this to be a little more in-depth, but that being said it is a good overview into the Old Testament world and how it ties in with the other civilisations and empires present during the time.

[William Collen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book and Jack Finnegan's "Light From the Ancient Past" are almost identical in scope, subject, and even structure, but whereas Finnegan's book focuses more on the archaeology, this one takes a much broader view. Large passages read like a paraphrase or summary of the Old Testament.

[Achieng Otieno · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rich in lost and some obscure heritage.

[John Crowe · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book in seminary. It was great.