The New International Commentary on the Old Testaments (NICOT) (Five-Volume Set)
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Author: Various
Binding: Hardback
Published: EERDMANS, 1111
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Combining extensive scholarly insight with evangelical commitment, the series provides a verse-by-verse exegesis of the Old Testament that is widely respected among pastors, scholars, and serious Bible students, offering detailed historical contexts and nuanced analyses of the original language to illuminate ancient truths for today’s faith and practice; within this set, the commentary on Deuteronomy delves into Moses’ farewell discourses and re-establishes the covenantal framework between God and Israel by emphasizing themes of obedience, the blessings tied to faithfulness, and the stark consequences of disobedience, all while urging a renewed commitment to divine law and ethical community living. The combined volume covering the Books of Joel, Obadiah, and Jonah examines these minor prophetic texts cohesively—Joel uses the imagery of a devastating locust plague to herald the coming “Day of the Lord” and calls for heartfelt repentance, Obadiah delivers a concise yet compelling message of divine judgment on nations for their mistreatment of Israel, and Jonah’s narrative, rich in irony and mercy, reveals both human reluctance and God’s gracious outreach. In the commentary on Leviticus, the focus shifts to unpacking the intricacies of the sacrificial system, priestly duties, and purity codes, all of which are set against the broader biblical call to “be holy” and live in close communion with a transcendent and holy God. The volume on Jeremiah brings to light the prophet’s poignant personal struggles, expressions of divine sorrow, and visionary promises of a New Covenant amid the backdrop of Judah’s moral decay and impending destruction, while the commentary on Joshua chronicles the dramatic conquest and settlement of Canaan under Joshua’s leadership through key historical and theological milestones such as the miraculous crossing of the Jordan River, the fall of Jericho, and the eventual division of the land among the tribes, thereby framing these events as enduring testimonies to God’s promise and presence in the lives of His people.
Author: Various
Binding: Hardback
Published: EERDMANS, 1111
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Combining extensive scholarly insight with evangelical commitment, the series provides a verse-by-verse exegesis of the Old Testament that is widely respected among pastors, scholars, and serious Bible students, offering detailed historical contexts and nuanced analyses of the original language to illuminate ancient truths for today’s faith and practice; within this set, the commentary on Deuteronomy delves into Moses’ farewell discourses and re-establishes the covenantal framework between God and Israel by emphasizing themes of obedience, the blessings tied to faithfulness, and the stark consequences of disobedience, all while urging a renewed commitment to divine law and ethical community living. The combined volume covering the Books of Joel, Obadiah, and Jonah examines these minor prophetic texts cohesively—Joel uses the imagery of a devastating locust plague to herald the coming “Day of the Lord” and calls for heartfelt repentance, Obadiah delivers a concise yet compelling message of divine judgment on nations for their mistreatment of Israel, and Jonah’s narrative, rich in irony and mercy, reveals both human reluctance and God’s gracious outreach. In the commentary on Leviticus, the focus shifts to unpacking the intricacies of the sacrificial system, priestly duties, and purity codes, all of which are set against the broader biblical call to “be holy” and live in close communion with a transcendent and holy God. The volume on Jeremiah brings to light the prophet’s poignant personal struggles, expressions of divine sorrow, and visionary promises of a New Covenant amid the backdrop of Judah’s moral decay and impending destruction, while the commentary on Joshua chronicles the dramatic conquest and settlement of Canaan under Joshua’s leadership through key historical and theological milestones such as the miraculous crossing of the Jordan River, the fall of Jericho, and the eventual division of the land among the tribes, thereby framing these events as enduring testimonies to God’s promise and presence in the lives of His people.