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Genesis 1-11 / Genesis I-II edited by John L. Thompson ; general editor, Timothy George ; associate general editor, Scott M. Manetsch. - 1 online resource (461 pages) : map - Reformation commentary on Scripture. Old Testament ; 1 . - Reformation commentary on Scripture. Old Testament ; 1. .

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Abbreviations -- General introduction -- A guide to using this commentary -- Introduction to Genesis 1-11 -- Commentary on Genesis 1-11 -- Map of the Reformation -- Timeline of the Reformation -- Biographical sketches of Reformation-era figures -- Bibliography -- Author index -- Subject index -- Scripture index.

Reformation-era interpreters found anchor for their teaching, preaching and hope in the promise of Christ running through these first eleven chapters, from creation to the calling of Abraham. While following the precedent of patristic and medieval commentators on Scripture, as well as Rabbinic midrash, the Reformers provide insightful and startling fresh readings of familiar passages, inviting readers to see the ancient text with new eyes. This volume collects the comments of not only the monumental thinkers like Luther, Calvin and Melancthon, but also many important figures of the time who are lesser-known today. --from publisher description.

ISBN: 9780830898152 0830898158

Subjects--Uniform Titles:
Bible.--Genesis, I-XI--Commentaries.
Bible.--Genesis, I-XI

Subjects--Topical Terms:
RELIGION--Biblical Studies--Old Testament.

Index Terms--Genre/Form:
Commentaries

LC Class. No.: BS1235.53 .G455 2015

Dewey Class. No.: 222.11077 222/.11077