The Law, The Prophets, and The Writings: Studies in Evangelical Old Testament Hermeneutics in Honor of Duane A. Garrett

The Old Testament is no ordinary text; it is a revelation of God?s will, character, purpose, and plan, inspired by the Spirit of God. That same Spirit continues to work within God?s people today as they read the Bible, even when the meaning is difficult to discern. In The Law, the Prophets, and the Writings, eighteen evangelical scholars analyze the Old Testament through a historical, literary, and theological hermeneutic, providing new insights into the meaning of the Scriptures. This festschrift in honor of Duane A. Garrett seeks to help Christians faithfully read and understand the Old Testament Scriptures.Review?This collection of stimulating essays is a well-deserved tribute to Duane Garrett?s contribution to the study of the Old Testament. As a sampling of current evangelical scholarship, it exposes the reader to a broad range of topics, covering much of the OT and drawing on different methodologies. The entire volume is a helpful reminder of the importance of engaging with the whole of Scripture as the Word of God. Read, learn and enjoy.? -T. Desmond Alexander, senior lecturer in biblical studies, Union Theological College, Belfast   ?Duane Garrett is one of the finest evangelical biblical scholars of our generation and it is only fitting that he and his work should be honored in such a wonderful way by his students, friends, peers, and colleagues. Almost every chapter begins with an apt tribute, recognizing Garrett as an encouraging mentor, caring colleague, exemplary scholar, and faithful churchman, as well as a godly and humble person. The editors are to be commended for bringing together such an impressive group of contributors to address a wide array of Old Testament interpretive themes, issues, and challenges.The Law, the Prophets, and the Writings will serve not only as a most appropriate way to honor Professor Garrett, but as a splendid biblical, theological, and hermeneutical resource for scholars, students, and pastors for years to come. It is a genuine joy to recommend this outstanding work!?-David S. Dockery, president, International Alliance for Christian Education, and distinguished professor of theology, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary   ?The editors have gathered an impressive team of scholars for this Festschrift honoring Professor Duane Garrett. The chapters display meticulous scholarship and clear argument, enriched by wisdom, dedication, and experience. A significant contribution to the field.?-Jill Firth, lecturer in Hebrew and Old Testament, Ridley College, Melbourne, Australia   ?Though the questions at the heart of Old Testament hermeneutics are not new, the articles in this collection approach them with fresh eyes. Each contribution furthers new analysis on how to understand Scripture while also interacting with prior scholarship. The contents of these pages not only nourish the academic mind in relation to Scripture, but they also help strengthen one?s love of Scripture as they affirm the God of the Scriptures while not shying away from the difficult questions.? -JoAnna M. Hoyt, associate professor of applied linguistics, Dallas International University   ?This volume not only gives honor to whom honor is due (Duane A. Garrett), but it also gives honor to God?s Word. In light of the loss in the church (?the inability to speak OT?), this work represents a gain. The introduction alone is worth its weight in gold. Key OT topics that are continually under fire are addressed, not skirted, modeling sound hermeneutical principles.? -Donna Petter, associate professor of Old Testament and director, Hebrew Language Program, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary    ?A who?s who of the best Old Testament scholars have collaborated to produce this impressive collection of seventeen important essays on a wide range of consequential topics in Old Testament study. The reader gets a high-level exposure to issues that are important for understanding biblic