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Genesis 1250 (Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture: Old Testament, Volume II) (Volume 2),New
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Genesis 1250 recounts the history of the patriarchsAbraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. From their mentors Paul, Peter, Stephen, and the author of the letter to the Hebrews, the early fathers learned to draw out the spiritual significance of the patriarchal narrative for Christian believers. The Alexandrian school especially followed Paul's allegorical use of the story of Sarah and Hagar as they interpreted the Genesis accounts. The Antiochene school eschewed allegorical interpretation but still set about to find moral lessons in the ancient narrative. For all of them the events pointed toward the promises of the age to come, the new age revealed in the resurrection of Jesus.Among the principal Greekspeaking commentators included within this Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture volume, readers will find Origen, Didymus the Blind, John Chrysostom, and Cyril of Alexandria. Among the Latinspeaking interpreters they will find Ambrose of Milan, Augustine of Hippo, Caesarius of Arles, and Bede the Venerable. Ephrem the Syrian is the most commonly cited Syriacspeaking interpreter, while the fifthcentury Catena on Genesis provides access to such fathers as Eusebius of Caesarea, Basil the Great, Gregory of Nazianzus, Gregory of Nyssa, Didymus of Alexandria, Epiphanius of Salamis, Irenaeus of Lyons, Eusebius of Emesa, Severian of Gabala, and Theodore of Mopsuestia among others.Varied in texture and nuance, the interpretations cited provide a wealth of ancient wisdom, some appearing here in English translation for the first time, to stimulate the mind and nourish the soul of the church today.
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- Q: What is the main focus of Genesis 12-50? A: Genesis 12-50 recounts the history of the patriarchs including Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, highlighting their spiritual significance for Christian believers.
- Q: Who are some of the early Christian commentators included in this volume? A: The volume includes Greek-speaking commentators like Origen, John Chrysostom, and Cyril of Alexandria, as well as Latin-speaking interpreters such as Augustine of Hippo and Ambrose of Milan.
- Q: What type of interpretations can readers expect from this book? A: Readers can expect varied interpretations that provide ancient wisdom, moral lessons, and spiritual insights drawn from the Genesis narrative.
- Q: Is this book suitable for casual readers or only for scholars? A: While it offers scholarly insights, the accessible nature of the interpretations makes it suitable for both casual readers and scholars interested in biblical commentary.
- Q: When was Genesis 12-50 published? A: Genesis 12-50 was published on October 1, 2002.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is bound in hardcover, offering durability and a classic presentation.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 392 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of Genesis 12-50? A: The author of this volume is Mark Sheridan.
- Q: Are there any unique features of this book? A: The book features interpretations that are translated into English for the first time, providing fresh insights into the Genesis accounts.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: Genesis 12-50 falls under the Religious category, specifically focusing on biblical scripture and commentary.