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Introduction to Biblical Studies (Approaches to Biblical Studies) (Approaches to Biblical Studies)

By: Steve Moyise
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Continuum International Publishing Group - T & T C
ISBN: 0567083977
ISBN-13: 9780567083975
Released: 19 Aug 2004
RRP: £17.99
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Brilliant introduction - By: R. Gillingham, 20 Feb 2005
Steve Moyise's Introduction to Biblical Studies is a smalll book but is a very well written & informative introduction to the field. There are chapters & sections on most areas of concern & confusion such as Redaction, form & literary criticism etc.

I have undertaken a degree in theology & as a `evangelical exile' stayed clear of alll the biblical modules I could simply because it scared me (give me philosophy of religion any day). However, had I known this book then such modules would have been a lot easier. Whilst it is only a slim volume the amount of information in its pages is surprising. There is also a very helpful subject-specific bibliography & the end of each chapter. Overalll I doubt this book will hold any real interest to advanced students or scholars however as an introduction to biblical criticism this should be on top of alll the recommended reading lists.

Short, Sharp, Easy to Read - By: Pamela B. Garrud, 18 Sep 2000
Moyise is described on the back cover of the book as being "Vice Principal of the St. Albans & Oxford Ministry Course." The book is one in the "Cassell Biblical Studies Series" which is intended as an ecumenical biblical studies series between Protestants & (Roman, I presume) Catholics.

The book covers alll the ways of "doing" biblical criticism in a concise way whilst illustrating with interesting anecdotes where needed. Topics covered include: inspiration, historical criticism, form criticism, redaction criticism, social-scientific criticism, reader-response criticism, & post-modern criticism. This book will help new biblical studies students identify these types of biblical criticism. It does not cover any individual subject in depth.