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Robert Alters awardwinning translation of the Hebrew Bible continues with the stirring narrative of Israels ancient history. To read the books of the Former Prophets in this riveting Robert Alter translation is to discover an entertaining amalgam of hairraising action and high literary achievement. Samson, the vigilante superhero of Judges, slaughters thousands of Philistines with the jawbone of a donkey. David, the Machiavellian prince of Samuel and Kings, is one of the great literary figures of antiquity. A ruthless monarch, David embodies a life in full dimension as it moves from brilliant youth through vigorous prime to failing old age.Samson and David play emblematic roles in the rise and fall of ancient Israel, a nation beset by internal divisions and external threats. A scattering of contentious desert tribes joined by faith in a special covenant with God, Israel emerges through the bloody massacres of Canaanite populations recounted in Joshua and the anarchic violence of Judges. The resourceful David consolidates national power, but it is power rooted in conspiracy, and David dies bitterly isolated in his court, surrounded by enemies. His successor, Solomon, maintains national unity through his legendary wisdom, wealth, and grand public vision, but after his death Israel succumbs to internal discord and foreign conquest. Near its end, the saga of ancient Israel returns to the supernatural. In Elijahs fiery ascent to heaven many would find the harbinger of a messiah coming to save his people in their time of need. map
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This translation with commentary is perfect for my theology studies. The insights into each of the books helped clarify a lot of concepts I was struggling with. It’s a bit heavy to carry around, but well worth it for the depth it provides!
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Liam Huang
Perfect for My Studies!
This translation with commentary is perfect for my theology studies. The insights into each of the books helped clarify a lot of concepts I was struggling with. It’s a bit heavy to carry around, but well worth it for the depth it provides!
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Liam Huang
Perfect for My Studies!
This translation with commentary is perfect for my theology studies. The insights into each of the books helped clarify a lot of concepts I was struggling with. It’s a bit heavy to carry around, but well worth it for the depth it provides!
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David Cohen
Great Insight into Biblical History
Ancient Israel's translation of the Former Prophets is fantastic! The commentary really helps bring Joshua, Judges, Samuel, and Kings to life. I've been using it for my weekly study group, and everyone finds the insights valuable. Highly recommend it for anyone delving into these texts!
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David Cohen
Great Insight into Biblical History
Ancient Israel's translation of the Former Prophets is fantastic! The commentary really helps bring Joshua, Judges, Samuel, and Kings to life. I've been using it for my weekly study group, and everyone finds the insights valuable. Highly recommend it for anyone delving into these texts!
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