A Survey of Old Testament Introduction
by Gleason Archer
(Note:
Dr. Archer died April 27, 2004 at the age of 87)
Old Testament Introduction
[FYI, the term ‘introduction’ in
this context means it addresses issues of authorship, date, and origin of
the text. It does not mean ‘for beginners.’]
An excellent, solid conservative
introduction. This is Gleason Archer’s specialty and he pulls no punches. A
noted linguist, Archer worked on the NASV and NIV. Comprehensive seminary–level
text with solid scholarship, but Archer is polemic at points. Provides
a wealth of information not often encountered. If you are tired of
taking a beating with most Old Testament introductions, this will be
welcome relief. Discusses the inspiration of Scripture and defends
inerrancy.
Moderate Price ~ Evangelical ~
Scholarly
Moody Press. 650 pages. 1994.
Dr. Archer’s credentials include:
Education:
1938 B.A., Harvard University (summa cum laude in Classics)
1939 LL.B., Suffolk Law School
1940 A.M., Harvard University
1944 Ph.D., Harvard University
1945 B.D., Princeton Theological Seminary
Career:
1945-1948 Pastor, Park Street Church, Boston
1948-1965 Professor of Biblical Languages, Fuller Theological
Seminary, Pasadena, California
1965- Professor of Old Testament, Trinity Evangelical Theological
Seminary, Deerfield, Illinois (now emeritus)
