Who Wrote the Bible?

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For thousands of years, Moses was believed to be the sole author of the Pentateuch, the first five books of the Bible. According to tradition, he was divinely inspired to document key events, including creation, the flood, and the laws from Mt. Sinai. However, discrepancies in these narratives raise important questions. For instance, Genesis presents conflicting accounts of the creation of man and woman, and varying durations of the flood. Additionally, some stories appear to favor southern Judah, while others seem to originate from northern Samaria. Originally published in 1987, Richard Friedman’s work aligns with modern scholarship suggesting that the Bible was composed by four distinct voices influenced by geographical, political, and historical contexts, later edited by a single scribe. Instead of undermining the Bible's legitimacy, Friedman highlights the human aspect of its creation, showcasing a God who communicates through real individuals. His seminal text provides a comprehensive and authoritative exploration of the authorship of the Bible, addressing the fundamental question of who truly wrote these sacred texts.