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Who Wrote the Bible?
Who Wrote the Bible? | Richard Elliott Friedman
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"It is a strange fact that we have never known with certainty who produced the book that has played such a central role in our civilization," writes Friedman, a foremost Bible scholar. From this point he begins an investigation and analysis that reads as compellingly as a good detective story. Focusing on the central books of the Old Testament--Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy--he draws upon biblical and archaeological evidence to make a convincing argument for the identities of their authors. In the process he paints a vivid picture of the world of the Bible--its politics, history, and personalities. The result is a marvel of scholarship that sheds a new and enriching light on our understanding of the Bible as literature, history, and sacred text.
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vlwelser
Who Wrote the Bible? | Richard Elliott Friedman
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This is actually pretty interesting. I learned stuff. And the arguments are well thought out and explained. The "kids" at work read interesting things. I never would have picked this up but one of them handed it to me.

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marleed Oh I read this years ago upon the insistence of a friend who lent me the book. 6mo
TheAromaofBooks Great progress!! 6mo
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HDLtheGreat
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This was very informative and a great read. I love learning about the historical side to religion. There were times I had to reread sections or chapters due to the textbook style writing, but it wasn't too bad. All in all, I think everyone who follows the Judeo-Christian faiths should read this book.