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A Theological Introduction to the Pentateuch: Interpreting the Torah as Christian Scripture Paperback – March 1, 2012

by Richard S. Briggs (Editor), Joel N. Lohr (Editor)
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In this concise volume, a team of fresh Old Testament voices explores the theological dimensions of the Pentateuch and provides specific examples of critically engaged theological interpretation. This Pentateuch text is unique in that it emphasizes theological reading, serving as an affordable supplement to traditional introductory Pentateuch texts. Each chapter introduces theological themes and issues in interpretation then offers exegesis of one or two representative passages to model theological interpretation in practice. This useful text will be valued by students of the Old Testament and the Pentateuch as well as pastors.
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"A penetrating primer on what it means to read the Pentateuch well as 'theologically interested interpreters'--and a lovely tribute to the probing insight and pedagogical skill of Walter Moberly. The authors offer full coverage of all five pentateuchal books along with sustained engagements of several key texts. The volume concludes with an appendix detailing the cumulative scope of Moberly's distinctive contributions to pentateuchal study."
--Stephen B. Chapman, Duke University

"This book matches the urbane elegance of Walter Moberly, who inspired it among colleagues and former students. Like Moberly's work, A Theological Introduction to the Pentateuch takes up big theological issues but anchors them in careful, detailed studies of particular passages. It thus illuminates on the macro scale and on the micro scale."
--John Goldingay, Fuller Theological Seminary

"A well-proportioned and substantive introduction to the first five books of the Bible with hermeneutical guidance in the form of sample interpretation of key texts for each book. The book is nicely designed and executed--a valuable text for the classroom. It serves as an excellent tribute to Walter Moberly and his own exegetical work."
--Christopher R. Seitz, Wycliffe College, University of Toronto

"Briggs and Lohr, along with their cowriters, have exploited the inheritance of their teacher Walter Moberly to engage with the best of historical-critical and literary approaches to each book of the Pentateuch. Both for the general landscape of theological perspectives on each book and for the exemplary exploration of a specific text (or two) in each book, this volume provides an essential introduction to the field of theological interpretation at the beginning of the Bible."
--Richard S. Hess, Denver Seminary

"Few portions of Scripture seem to yield such an unending discovery of riches and resources to scholar and layperson alike as do the five books of the Pentateuch. The essays in this volume add richly and discerningly to those discoveries. Happily, each writer moves beyond the necessary historical and literary questions in order to engage the text theologically. I highly recommend this volume."
--Victor P. Hamilton, Asbury University

About the Author

Richard S. Briggs (PhD, University of Nottingham) is lecturer in Old Testament and director of biblical studies at Cranmer Hall, St. John's College, Durham University. He is an ordained minister in the Church of England, where he serves as prior of the Community of St. Cuthbert based at St. Nic's Church in Durham, England. His books include Theological Hermeneutics and the Book of Numbers as Christian Scripture, Reading the Bible Wisely, and The Virtuous Reader.

Joel N. Lohr (PhD, University of Durham) is president of Hartford Seminary in Hartford, Connecticut. He previously served as university chaplain and director of religious life at the University of the Pacific.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Baker Academic; 59601st edition (March 1, 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0801039126
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0801039126
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.9 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.57 x 9 inches
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    Richard Briggs was Lecturer in Old Testament and the Director of Biblical Studies for 18 years at Cranmer Hall, St John's College, Durham University, in England. He is now the Prior of the Community of St Cuthbert in Durham, and still writes, researches, and teaches regularly. He has a degree in Mathematics and Philosophy from Oxford University, and a PhD in biblical interpretation from Nottingham University.

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    Joel N. Lohr, PhD, is the President of Hartford International University for Religion and Peace, where he is also Professor of Bible and Interreligious Dialogue.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent and Engaging Introduction
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Having just finished Briggs' and Lohr's "A Theological Introduction to the Pentateuch," I have a renewed interest and excitement in studying the first five books of the Old Testament (Gen-Deut). I can think of no greater evidence for the success of an introductory book than that.

The book is a celebratory volume dedicated to their colleague and mentor, R.W.L. Moberly, a leading proponent of a Christian reading of the Old Testament. Since it is dedicated to Moberly, the first chapter of the book reads like both an introduction to the approach taken by the authors as well as a systematization of Moberly's approach to reading the Old Testament. This is one of the great strength's of the book. The opening chapter both introduces the reader both to Moberly's approach as well as help the reader wrestle with how a Christian can approach the Old Testament as Scripture.

The remainder of the book is an introduction to each of the five books of the Pentateuch: Genesis (Richard Briggs), Exodus (Jo Bailey Wells), Leviticus (Joel Lohr), Numbers (Nathan MacDonald), Deuteronomy (Rob Barrett). Each chapter contains general introductory matters to each book, which usually includes a discussion of the structure of the book, literary and historical issues, the place of the book in relation to the rest of the Old Testament, and a discussion of some of the key theological themes of the book. In addition to these general introductory issues, each chapter contains a detailed theological reading of a select section of the book. Thus we get both an introduction to the book and an example of what it means to engage the text as Christian Scripture.

For example, in her chapter on Exodus, Jo Bailey Wells gives a great exposition of Exodus 19:1-8, especially the call to Israel to be a "kingdom of priests and a holy nation" (Exod. 19:6). This exposition gives insight in how to read the passage in its own context and how it points forward to a New Testament understanding of the call to holiness for the Christian believer.

There are two great strengths of this book worth mentioning. First, it neither ignores nor gets bogged down in discussions of a historical-critical nature. Instead, it shows how one can interact with these discussions in a way that is enlightening to a theological reading of these books, rather than the way critical discussions are sometimes handled: theologically draining! Second, the detailed discussions of individual texts are worth the price of the book as each author gives a great example of what it means to engage with the subject matter of the text.

The book is introductory in the sense that it is accessible to any serious reader of the Old Testament who is willing to give this material the attention it is due. As a teacher in a theological training college, I highly recommend this text to help students and other interested readers get a primary introduction to what it means to engage the Pentateuch as a Christian.
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Jacob Sweeney
3.0 out of 5 stars Intriquing; discernment required
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Growing interest in both the Old Testament as Christian scripture and "theological interpretation" is evident in the growing number of publications along these lines. It is convenient for me that my interest in these subjects has been growing at the same time. 'A Theological Introduction to the Pentateuch' combines both of these subjects into a concise volume. It is a series of essays edited by Richard Briggs and Joel Lohr. All of the contributers (and editors) are connected to the University of Durham (UK) and Walter Moberly. They all served as either co-workers or research assistants. By their own admission, these essays serve as sort of a makeshift festschrift 'to him.

Each essay - while written by different authors on each of the five books of the Pentateuch - follows the same pattern: outline/overview; literary features; canonical contributions; dominant theological themes; an example of "theological interpretation". Each author models the method they are advocating by providing a sample study at the conclusion of each essay. They chose key texts in each book in order to demonstrate the ideas they have just explored.

Theological interpretation is a practice which is growing in popularity and understanding. I find it similar to the Emergent church movement of recent years. There was considerable ambiguity for some time. By now, it has become clear which theological camp the various members belong. Some have moved left and others right. A few have remained centrists. In the same way, clarity is coming into the "theological interpretation" movement. At this stage there are hints related to the orientation of these scholars.

I appreciate the emphasis upon the literary and canonical features each author presents. They provide many key insights into the text and it's role in the canon and the Christian faith. Also, each chapter ends with recommended books for further study. Few of the recommended texts are by Evangelicals or Americans - which may betray their theological commitments or simply their familiarity. However, one particular emphasis does show their hands. There is a subtle affirmation of the conclusions of modern critical scholarship. The introduction explores influential ideas like the JEDP theory of the Pentateuch's composition. The presentation is neither positive nor negative - but it's mention without much criticism appears to offer uncritical acceptance.

Drs. Briggs and Lohr have edited an intriguing volume exploring both the Pentateuch and theological interpretation. They have discussed and modeled their convictions and practices. While they have not spoken positively of modern critical methods or ideas, they have not repudiated them either. This leads me to believe that this book ought to be read only by those with seminary training or extremely well-read lay people. Some ideas contained in this volume would certainly be confusing and potentially devastating to the average believer.
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