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Toward an Old Testament Theology Paperback – September 13, 1991

by Walter C. Kaiser Jr. (Author)
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Recognizing the major crisis in biblical theology, namely the inability of the discipline to restate and reapply the authority of the Bible, Walter Kaiser here offers a solution to the unresolved issues of definition and methodology in Old Testament theology. A proper understanding of biblical theology, explains the author, 'shows us an inner center of plan to which each biblical writer consciously and deliberately contributed; however, this inner biblical unity, which biblical theologians traditionally have been loathe to adopt for fear of gratuitously imposing a grid of their own devising over the text, is a center that is inductively supplied and confirmed by the text of Scripture itself. That center is the promise of God.' In Part I of his book, Dr. Kaiser discusses the inherent difficulty in determining the true nature, method, scope, and motivation for Old Testament theology. In Part II, he applies his solutions clearly and methodically by chronologically discussing the Old Testament eras from the Prepatriarchical (Prolegomena to the Promise) to that of the Postexillic (Triumph of the Promise). A special section examines the connections between Old and New Testament theology. 'This textbook is different,' says Dr. Kaiser, 'in that it takes the Bible's own system of organization as the solution to the very issues that have perplexed us the most, while also strictly observing the historical sequence of divine revelation.' Toward an Old Testament Theology includes an annotated bibliography and topical, Scripture, and name indexes.
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  1. Print length
    320 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Zondervan
  4. Publication date
    September 13, 1991
  5. Reading age
    18 years and up
  6. Dimensions
    6.1 x 0.79 x 9.09 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    0310371015
  8. ISBN-13
    978-0310371014
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Recognizing the major crisis in biblical theology, namely the inability of the discipline to restate and reapply the authority of the Bible, Walter Kaiser here offers a solution to the unresolved issues of definition and methodology in Old Testament theology. A proper understanding of biblical theology, explains the author, "shows us an inner center of plan to which each biblical writer consciously and deliberately contributed; however, this inner biblical unity, which biblical theologians traditionally have been loathe to adopt for fear of gratuitously imposing a grid of their own devising over the text, is a center that is inductively supplied and confirmed by the text of Scripture itself. That center is the promise of God." In Part I of his book, Dr. Kaiser discusses the inherent difficulty in determining the true nature, method, scope, and motivation for Old Testament theology. In Part II, he applies his solutions clearly and methodically by chronologically discussing the Old Testament eras from the Prepatriarchical (Prolegomena to the Promise) to that of the Postexillic (Triumph of the Promise). A special section examines the connections between Old and New Testament theology. "This textbook is different," says Dr. Kaiser, "in that it takes the Bible's own system of organization as the solution to the very issues that have perplexed us the most, while also strictly observing the historical sequence of divine revelation." Toward an Old Testament Theology includes an annotated bibliography and topical, Scripture, and name indexes.

About the Author

Walter C. Kaiser Jr. (PhD, Brandeis University) is distinguished professor emeritus of Old Testament and president emeritus of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, Massachusetts. Dr. Kaiser has written over 40 books, including Toward an Exegetical Theology: Biblical Exegesis for Preaching and Teaching; The Messiah in the Old Testament; and The Promise-Plan of God; and coauthored An Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics: The Search for Meaning. Dr. Kaiser and his wife, Marge, currently reside at Kerith Farm in Cedar Grove, Wisconsin. Dr. Kaiser's website is www.walterckaiserjr.com. Walter C. Kaiser, (hijo) (Ph.D., Brandeis University) es profesor distinguido de Antiguo Testamento en el Seminario Teologico de Gordon-Conwell.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Zondervan; annotated edition (September 13, 1991)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0310371015
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0310371014
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 18 years and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.1 x 0.79 x 9.09 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Walter C. Kaiser Jr. (PhD, Brandeis University) is distinguished professor emeritus of Old Testament and president emeritus of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, Massachusetts. Dr. Kaiser has written over 40 books, including Toward an Exegetical Theology: Biblical Exegesis for Preaching and Teaching; The Messiah in the Old Testament; and The Promise-Plan of God; and coauthored An Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics: The Search for Meaning. Dr. Kaiser and his wife, Nancy, live in Oostburg, Wisconsin. Dr. Kaiser’s website is www.walterckaiserjr.com.

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Donald K. Childs
5.0 out of 5 stars Dr. Kaiser did it again!
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2010
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I wish that I had a book like this when I was in the active ministry. I am retired now, but love the insight that Dr. Kaiser gives into the unfolding history of the O.T. He ties the books together, as they were intended by the Divine author of Holy Writ.
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Eric Davis
4.0 out of 5 stars Good textbook
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2012
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This book was extremely difficult to read, but the information in it is great and useful to anyone who wants to know about the entirety of OT thought.
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J. McFarland
5.0 out of 5 stars very academic
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2010
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This book is NOT light reading. It is very academic, and suitable only to those willing to dedicate ample time for serious study. That said, for people meeting those requirements it is a highly useful tool, well thought-out and researched, with sound logic to substantiate his arguments.
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Jeffrey A. Thompson
5.0 out of 5 stars Foundational Book
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2004
The first few chapter are tough, but the book uses a diachronic (Kaiser's term) to present the theology. In other words, he shows how each successive time period builds on the previous time periods. The books presents an exciting unity of the Old Testament using the promises and the covenants. The books helps place each O.T. book in its historical context. This book is fundamental in understanding Walter Kaiser's approach to theology or O.T. theology in general.
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G. Eckholm
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2002
This is an incredibly insightful book, tracing and understanding the promise(s) of God down throughout history. He picks up where Willis Beecher left off in his "The Prophets and the Promise", which I also highly recommend if you can find it, and explains it in a more easy to understand manner. Not an easy read...but well worth the effort. It will insert a fresh view into the Old Testment the next time you read through it.
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winnie
4.0 out of 5 stars wonderful way for getting books on amazon
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2013
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this book is accord with my expectation,
I would like to recommend to my brothers who is a pastor
It is really a wonderful experience
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Millicent A .Waterman
2.0 out of 5 stars it was in poor
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2014
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Thanks for the text;it was in poor condition
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Wanda Allen
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
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it's fine
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Mr. Leo J. Vanderploeg
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 22, 2015
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very informative book
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