Author Description
The Book Of Isaiah Is Without Doubt One Of The Most Important Books In The Hebrew Bible/old Testament, As Evidenced By Its Pride Of Place In Both Jewish And Christian Traditions As Well As In Art And Music. Most People, Scholars And Laity Alike, Are Familiar With The Words Of Isaiah Accompanied By The Magnificent Tones Of Handel's 'messiah'. Isaiah Is Also One Of The Most Complex Books Due To Its Variety And Plurality, And It Has Accordingly Been The Focus Of Scholarly Debate For The Last 2000 Years. Divided Into Eight Sections, The Oxford Handbook Of Isaiah Constitutes A Collection Of Essays On One Of The Longest Books In The Bible. They Cover Different Aspects Regarding The Formation, Interpretations, And Reception Of The Book Of Isaiah, And Also Offer Up-to-date Information In An Attractive And Easily Accessible Format. The Result Does Not Represent A Unified Standpoint; Rather The Individual Contributions Mirror The Wide And Varied Spectrum Of Scholarly Engagement With The Book. The Authors Of The Essays Likewise Represent A Broad Range Of Scholarly Traditions From Diverse Continents And Religious Affiliations, Accompanied By Comprehensive Recommendations For Further Reading.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This volume investigates the complex formation, diverse interpretations, and historical reception of the Book of Isaiah within Jewish and Christian traditions. Edited by Lena-Sofia Tiemeyer, the handbook compiles a series of scholarly essays that address the plurality of the text. By drawing on a global range of contributors from various religious and academic backgrounds, the work provides a multi-faceted analysis of one of the most significant books in the Hebrew Bible.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Eight thematic sections covering the historical and theological development of Isaiah
- Analysis of the book's influence on art, music, and religious tradition
- Comprehensive bibliographies and recommendations for further academic reading
Scope Limits
- The text does not present a single, unified theological standpoint or consensus
- It focuses on scholarly engagement rather than providing a devotional or lay-level commentary
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this handbook as a significant resource for navigating the diverse and often conflicting scholarly debates surrounding the Book of Isaiah. Readers frequently note that the collection succeeds in balancing academic rigor with an accessible format suitable for both students and established researchers.
Page Count:
640
Publication Date:
2020-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
019066925X
ISBN-13:
9780190669256
Religion
Old Testament
Theology