Everyday Law in Biblical Israel: An Introduction

Raymond Westbrook and Bruce Wells examine Old Testament legal materials that illustrate how ancient Israelites settled their grievances. This textbook is unique in exploring these legal materials as they relate to the issues of everyday life--family, property, contracts, and crimes--and providing readers with a broad understanding of their ancient legal and social foundations.

Author: Raymond Westbrook, Bruce Wells
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Published: 09/22/2009
Pages: 168
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.58lbs
Size: 9.08h x 6.31w x 0.44d
ISBN13: 9780664234973
ISBN10: 0664234976
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation | Old Testament
- Religion | Biblical Studies | History & Culture