The Old Testament Speaks: A Complete Survey of Old Testament History and Literature

This freshly updated edition introduces the history and literature of the Old Testament. Samuel J. Schultz presents the archaeological, geographical, historical, and linguistic dimensions of God's covenant with his people from Abraham to the coming of the Messiah. Schultz emphasizes allowing the Scriptures to tell their own stories while drawing on current scholarship in Old Testament studies. He examines how recent archaeological and historical findings inform understanding of key Old Testament passages. The book includes outlines reflecting the historical background and summarizing each biblical book's contents, along with charts and maps to illustrate the biblical narrative. Chapter bibliographies have been revised and updated. The material covers both biblical and nonbiblical sources suitable for classroom use or personal study. The book balances academic rigor with spiritual insights and practical application of the text.