Let Us Be Like the Nations: A Commentary on 1 & 2 Samuel
Overview
In this commentary Ghana Robinson interprets the text of 1 and 2 Samuel in its religio-cultural context, highlighting the dangers involved in a conformist approach to life, approaching the text from the perspective of justice for the poor and oppressed, and offering a new explanation of the Hebrew word dabhar.
Top Highlights
“David’s judgment recalls Jesus’ words: ‘… you see the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye’ (Matt. 7:3). Passing judgment on others and preaching to others is always easy, but practicing what we preach is difficult. The comparison between the rich man in the parable and David is clear. David’s sin is of a much greater nature both in quality and quantity.” (Page 212)
“Living in the fellowship of God, one becomes the source of blessing to others; living in sin, one becomes the source of suffering to others.” (Page 210)
“David takes courage to pray as he does only because God has spoken first in his prevenient grace” (Page 194)
“Election in the OT is not for privilege, but for responsibility” (Page 189)
“The Deuteronomic idea of reward and retribution is implied here” (Page 190)
Product Details
- Title: Let Us Be Like the Nations: A Commentary on 1 & 2 Samuel
- Authors: Gnana Robinson
- Publisher: Eerdmans
- Publication Date: 1993
- Pages: 289