How old is the Hebrew Bible? : a linguistic, textual, and historical study / Ronald Hendel and Jan Joosten.

The age of the Hebrew Bible is a topic that has sparked controversy and debate in recent years. The scarcity of clear evidence allows for the possibility of many views, though these are often clouded by theological and political biases. This impressive, broad-ranging book synthesizes recent linguist...

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Main Authors: Hendel, Ronald S. (Author), Joosten, Jan (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New Haven : Yale University Press, [2018]
Series:Anchor Yale Bible reference library.
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