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Paradise to Prison is a commentary, textbook and complete study guide to the book of Genesis. In very readable fashion the author explores the lives of the patriarchs as well as important doctrinal themes. Each chapter is carefully documented and sources from archaeology and ancient Near Eastern history are freely used. The writer's premise is that no other ancient literature surviving the ravages of time can rightly be compared to Genesis with its unsurpassed theological perspectives and vivid profiles of early man.
Publisher : Sheffield Pub Company; 3/16/98 edition (March 31, 1998)
Language : English
Paperback : 384 pages
ISBN-10 : 1879215357
ISBN-13 : 978-1879215351
Item Weight : 1.05 pounds
Dimensions : 6.25 x 0.75 x 9.25 inches
Reviewer: Tim Williams
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Stereotypebuster
Review: Conservative theologians are often stereotyped as relatively uneducated and narrow. In âParadise to Prisonâ, John J. Davis reveals an impressive breadth in his scholarship. The bibliography and the helpful textual references to relevant ancient literature, geographical features and archaeological findings confirm this. Another stereotype is that conservative theologians are unduly harsh and unfair. In this volume, Professor Davis exhibits an irenic approach to differing opinions and a simultaneous avoidance of undue attachment to faddish or eccentric views. âParadise to Prisonâ also busts another stereotype about scholars not being able to be understood. Its evenhandedness, reverence, pastoral concern and occasional humor make it a pleasure to read. One of my favorite things is its successful attempt to show that âno other piece of ancient Near Eastern literature that has survived the ravages of time compares favorably with the Book of Genesis. Its theological perspectives and historical profiles of early man are unique.â
Reviewer: PastorRussell
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Conservative creationist book. I love it.
Review: Great price on a used book. Conservative creationist commentary. Very well done by a teal Hebrew scholar for people like me.
Reviewer: K. Gruber
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A Great Textbook!
Review: This is the only textbook I've ever been required to read that I actually enjoyed, and even laughed out loud! The author did a great job covering Genesis, and I learned a lot!
Reviewer: Shortstuff
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: The book arrived on time and it was as described ...
Review: The book arrived on time and it was as described. I am using this book for a class. Thus far it has been interesting.
Reviewer: Paul Spires
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Excellent all the way around
Review: The pace and content of this commentary is excellent. Also the seller was a joy to deal with, especially the personal hand written communication that came with the book.
Reviewer: Jester
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Not for the Beginner!
Review: John Davis is thorough and very learned. I do not recommend this book to a new convert. This book is for seasoned Christians.
Reviewer: shmarpler
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Good Book
Review: This was a very good book. Davis offers more than his own opinion and will contrast ideas to find the most logical conclusion. He is careful to check each hypothesis so see if it conflict with the Bible. This was a required textbook for one of my classes, but I thoroughly enjoyed this required reading.
Reviewer: WS
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Recommend for studying Genesis
Review: Great read for the history of the early prophets
Customers say
Customers find the book excellently written and easy to read. They appreciate the author's engaging and scholarly way of approaching the text. Readers also mention the book provides good background information and a great presentation of the Biblical story of Joseph.
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