Nahum, Habakkuk, and Zephaniah (The Old Testament Library)

This commentary builds on the work of previous scholarship and addresses contemporary issues. It gives serious attention to questions of textual criticism, philology, history, and Near Eastern backgrounds and is sensitive to the literary conventions characteristic of the prophetic literature of the Old Testament. The book is an earnest attempt to hear the message of the ancient prophets, a message that remains relevant today. The Old Testament Library provides fresh and authoritative treatments of important aspects of Old Testament study through commentaries and general surveys. The contributors are scholars of international standing. From Library Journal: This scholarly yet accessible commentary in the "Old Testament Library" series gives a clear assessment of literary, linguistic, and historical backgrounds to these three prophetic books. Textual notes, selected bibliography, introductions, and translations support the commentary. Roberts takes previous scholarship into consideration and develops his own interpretations. Recommended for academic and seminary libraries, which will probably want a standing order for the entire series. Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.