This is a book every serious student of Scripture should own. Gary Schnittjer is a master teacher and a critical and engaging scholar. Everyone wanting to "hear" the Story of the Bible will benefit from this book while gaining skills necessary to think through and understand "the narrativity of biblical narrative."
From Amazon:
"Book Description
The Torah Story introduces the first five books of the Old Testament. A sophisticated study text written in an engaging and accessible voice, The Torah Story includes flexible study options that help students understand how these key books contribute to the ongoing story of salvation.
From the Back Cover
The first five books of the Bible begin the story of salvation. A working knowledge of these books of the Torah is essential for every serious student of the
Scriptures. The Torah Storyis a study text designed to guide the reader through the challenges of the biblical narration.
Written in an engaging and accessible voice, even while digging into difficult and complicated matters at a sophisticated level, The Torah Story moves beyond debating theories of authorship into understanding how these key books of the Bible help students understand the story of salvation. Created with flexible options for further study, each chapter includes the following:
• Questions that focus on key issues
• Key terms to watch for
• Outlines and summaries of the material
• An interactive workshop designed for students, individuals, or study groups
• Challenge questions for basic study
• Advanced questions for progressive study
• Research project suggestions
• Discussion activities using films to engage the biblical narrative (selected chapters)
• List of resources for continuing study "
