Michael B. Shepherd est un érudit respecté de l'Ancien Testament et de l'hébreu, dédié au partage de ses connaissances avec la prochaine génération d'étudiants. Son travail plonge profondément dans les textes anciens, révélant leur signification durable pour les lecteurs contemporains. Par ses rôles académiques et d'enseignement, Shepherd contribue à une compréhension plus large des écritures bibliques et de leurs profondeurs théologiques.
The Book of the Twelve, encompassing Hosea to Malachi, was viewed as a cohesive work in ancient times. While recent scholarship has explored its internal composition, there has been limited investigation into how New Testament authors reference this collection. This book aims to bridge that gap by analyzing the quotations from the Twelve in the context of its unified structure, offering insights into its significance in both the Old and New Testaments.
Focusing on inner-biblical exegesis, this analysis explores the intertextual relationships within biblical texts, emphasizing how these texts were intended to be understood by their final editors rather than the direction of dependence between them. It delves into the interpretive frameworks that shaped the reading of these texts, offering insights into the theological and literary contexts that influenced their final forms.
Grammarians have been unable to provide a sufficient explanation for the verbal system of Biblical Aramaic by means of the standard categories of tense and aspect. Michael B. Shepherd exposes this situation and suggests a way out of the present impasse through distributional analysis by proposing that Biblical Aramaic has a primary verbal form for narration and a primary verbal form for discourse. This simple yet comprehensive proposal holds true not only for Biblical Aramaic but also for extra-Biblical Aramaic texts. This volume is an indispensable resource for courses in Biblical Aramaic and for anyone who wishes to read and understand the Biblical Aramaic corpus.
Focusing on the composition of the Hebrew Bible, this volume recontextualizes the book of Daniel, traditionally analyzed within world history and apocalyptic literature. It presents a fresh perspective that emphasizes the interconnectedness of biblical texts, offering insights into how Daniel fits within the larger narrative of the Hebrew scriptures. This approach invites readers to explore the theological and literary dimensions of Daniel in relation to the entire biblical canon.
Exploring the intricate relationship between biblical texts and their historical contexts, this book delves into the cultural, social, and literary dimensions of the Bible. It examines how various interpretations have shaped understanding and meaning throughout history. By analyzing different genres and styles within the scriptures, the author highlights the richness of biblical literature and its impact on contemporary thought. This work serves as a valuable resource for scholars and readers interested in the complexities of biblical narratives and their enduring significance.
Focusing on the intersection of hermeneutics, compositional analysis, canon studies, and textual criticism, this work aims to refine the study of the Bible within both scholarship and the church. It advocates for an appreciation of the Bible as an object of study in its own right, encouraging deeper engagement with its texts and meanings.
Focusing on the ancient Aramaic translations of the Hebrew Bible, known as Targums, this book examines their role in illuminating the messianic themes within the biblical text. The interpreters of the Targums meticulously analyzed Scripture, allowing them to create messianic interpretations that reflect deeper meanings. Highlighting the significance of these translations in the history of messianic thought, the book asserts their relevance for contemporary readers seeking to understand the complexities of biblical messianism.
A comprehensive and orthodox guide to biblical origins and interpretation How did we get the Bible? How do we interpret it? And what does it mean for our lives today? Michael B. Shepherd introduces undergraduates and seminarians to these crucial questions in this reliable and thorough new textbook. Shepherd covers textual criticism, formation of the canon, and history of translation, all while remaining committed to Scripture's ultimate purpose--inviting us to salvation through Jesus Christ. Showing how the Bible directs its own interpretation, Shepherd encourages learners to listen to the Word of God, rather than twisting it to fit their own ends. His section-by-section treatment of the Bible encourages students to view the Bible as cohesive, while remaining sensitive to its diverse genres. Thorough and accessible, this textbook goes beyond typical historical introductions to spiritually form students learning to understand Scripture. An Introduction to the Making and Meaning of the Bible is the serious, evangelical introduction your students need and will reference for years to come.
