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The Book of Ruth (New International Commentary on the Old Testament (NICOT)) Hardcover – February 20, 1989

by Robert L. Hubbard Jr. (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 57 ratings
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The book of Ruth contains one of the Bible's best-known and most-loved stories. This major commentary by Robert L. Hubbard Jr. shows how the author of Ruth used, with great literary artistry, the story of Ruth and Naomi to convey important theological themes.

In his introduction Hubbard discusses the issues of text, canonicity, literary criticism, authorship, date, purpose, setting, genre, legal background, themes, and theology, concluding with an outline of the book and a thorough bibliography. The commentary proper is based on Hubbard's own fresh translation and accented by copious footnotes on textual, philological, and literary matters.

Gleaning the best from recent research on Ruth, Hubbard gives the story's rich literary, grammatical, and theological dimensions a careful, rigorous treatment. He allows for the possibility that the anonymous author was a woman and argues that the narrative itself aims to counter opposition to the Davidic monarchy in Israel and Judah during Solomon's reign. Throughout, Hubbard's sensitivity to the literary genius of Ruth's author and his coherent explication of the outworking of the book's theological themes make this volume an invaluable tool for anyone desiring to explore the intriguing story of Ruth in depth.
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  1. Part of series
    New International Commentary on the Old Testament (NICOT)
  2. Print length
    331 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Eerdmans
  5. Publication date
    February 20, 1989
  6. Dimensions
    9.13 x 1.06 x 9.25 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    0802825265
  8. ISBN-13
    978-0802825261
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NICOT

The New International Commentary on the Old Testament

Combining superior scholarship, an evangelical view of Scripture as the Word of God, and concern for the life of faith today.

Each volume features . . .

context

translation

relevance

An extensive introduction surveying the biblical book’s context, authorship, purpose, structure, and underlying themes.

The author’s own original translation of the Hebrew text along with verse-by-verse commentary.

Discussion and exposition of the biblical text’s theology and modern-day implications for Christians.

Including commentaries by . . .

John Goldingay

M. Daniel Carroll R.

Mignon R. Jacobs

David Toshio Tsumura

John Goldingay

M. Daniel Carroll R.

Mignon R. Jacobs

David Toshio Tsumura

Mark J. Boda

Nancy L. deClaissé-Walford

Bruce K. Waltke

Tremper Longman III

Mark J. Boda

Nancy L. deClaissé-Walford

Bruce K. Waltke

Tremper Longman III

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Themelios
"It is safe to say that this will remain, for some considerable time to come, one of the most useful and enlightening commentaries available on the lovely little book of Ruth."

Vox Reformata
"This commentary is a pleasure to work with. . . . Hubbard gives clarity to this beautiful portion of God's word, and by doing so strengthens the faith of the reader."

Anvil
"A masterly commentary that provides an immense amount of information but gives pride of place to the message of the book of Ruth. . . . Recommended wholeheartedly."

Religious Studies Review
"Readable, well produced, and richly indexed. . . . One of the choice Ruth commentaries for a good time to come."

About the Author

 

Robert L. Hubbard Jr. is professor emeritus of biblical literature at North Park Theological Seminary, Chicago and former general editor of the New International Commentary on the Old Testament series.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Eerdmans; 2nd edition (February 20, 1989)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 331 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0802825265
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0802825261
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.4 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.13 x 1.06 x 9.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 57 ratings

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Anna
5.0 out of 5 stars The best resource for studying & teaching Ruth!
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Highly recommend this commentary. Love this series. If you’re studying or teaching Ruth, you need this commentary!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Item as descibed, fast shipping.
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The book I purchased was delivered fast; and was in great condition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Reliable, Worth the Purchase
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Excellent guide for personal study and preparing for group discussion. It was a helpful tool for lesson planning - a strong supplement to my current seminary studies at RTS. I do wish Hubbard had elaborated more on the concept of God rewarding faithfulness - but this book accomplishes its aim overall and I will return it in the future.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended by RC Sproul as the best commentary on the ...
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2018
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Recommended by RC Sproul as the best commentary on the Book of Ruth. Not disappointed. Author is a Hebrew scholar and brings out nuances I have never see nor would ever see. Makes a seemingly 1 dimensional love story into a 3 dimensional theological and historical work of art.
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Robert Ketteringham
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2018
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The author demonstrates his expertise. I learned a great deal and used this as a primary resource for an essay required for a Bible Interpretation class,
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Margaret A. Herring
4.0 out of 5 stars Gift for Dad
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2009
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This was a gift for my father. It arrived in great condition with a nice paper cover.
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Rich Wooten
5.0 out of 5 stars Great insight, easy to apply
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2014
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Very impressed with the accessibility, the scholarly approach, and insight given by the author. I have used it several times for Seminary work as well as preaching opportunities.
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Paulo Leite
5.0 out of 5 stars Livro de Rute: uma das estórias mais tocante da literatura com final feliz.
Reviewed in Brazil on November 3, 2016
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Não foi só pelo lirismo que o poeta John Keats citou a estória de Ruth em um de seus poemas; o simples anúncio do nome Ruth é capaz de provocar um largo sorriso na maioria das pessoas, pois sua estória poderia ser a de qualquer um de nós. A narrativa gira em torno de duas grandes personagens femininas: Naomi – considerada o Jó de saias – uma mulher idosa, que perde tudo na vida; e mesmo assim segue lutando, sem perder as esperanças; e Rute – uma jovem moabita que troca sua casa, seu povo, sua cidade, por um futuro incerto em terra estrangeira. Ruth ao buscar uma nova vida longe do aconchego familiar lembra a saga de Eneias – em “Eneida” – de Virgílio. A força lírica e suave do discurso pode ser notada logo no primeiro diálogo de Rute com Naomi, e é uma das características que nos atrai neste pequeno grande livro. As resposta de Rute são sempre para perto da poesia: “Para aonde quer que tu vás, irei eu/ Para onde quer que pouse, ali pousarei eu/ O teu povo será o meu povo/ O seu Deus será o meu Deus”. Estes gestos poéticos marcam o discurso das personagens até o final do último capítulo. Além do equilíbrio rítmico com suas simetrias imponentes, as personagens expressam um tipo de confiança moral, que, numa análise mais profunda, são decorrentes da lisura do valores tradicionais como lealdade, amor e caridade, que se sustentam como força da providencia diante da adversidade. Tudo isso em conjunto, consumada com a arte finamente gerenciada, torna o livro de Rute um marco na literatura com final feliz. O comentário aqui de Robert Hubbard sobre o livro de Rute pode ser considerado um modelo de como comentários devem ser escritos. Cuidadoso e claro, ele consegue lidar com os detalhes e com o quadro geral; e não é à toa que o seu livro está entre os melhores da literatura bíblica.
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Reviewed in Canada on May 27, 2015
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It is very good commentary.
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