Everyday Law in Biblical Israel: An Introduction

by Raymond Westbrook and Bruce Wells

Book Overview

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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0664234976
• ISBN13: 9780664234973
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.3" x 9.1"