The Church of Israel Studies and Essays [Paperback]

This 1933 book contains essays and articles by Robert Hatch Kennett, illustrating his role in the development of biblical study.This 1933 book contains essays and articles by Robert Hatch Kennett, illustrating his role in the development of biblical study. A detailed introduction is also contained, together with a select bibliography of Kennett's works. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in biblical criticism and theology.This 1933 book contains essays and articles by Robert Hatch Kennett, illustrating his role in the development of biblical study. A detailed introduction is also contained, together with a select bibliography of Kennett's works. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in biblical criticism and theology.Robert Hatch Kennett (18641932) was a prominent biblical scholar who made key contributions to Old Testament criticism. Originally published in 1933, this book gathers together essays and articles which represent Kennett's most typical work, illustrating his distinctive role in the development of biblical study. Providing a supplement to Kennett's more specialised writings, in particular the important Old Testament Essays (1928), the material is of a relatively simple and introductory character, suitable for readers less familiar with the details of the field. A detailed introduction is also contained, together with a select bibliography of Kennett's works. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in biblical criticism and theology.The late Professor Kennett; Preface; Introduction: Robert Hatch Kennett: 18641932; his contribution to biblical research; Select list of Professor Kennett's writings; Essays: 1. Israel; 2. The origin of the Book of Deuteronomy; 3. Sacrifice; 4. The grammar of Old Testament study; 5. Old Testament parallels to Christ and the Gospels; 6. The Last Supper; Indices.