Vorab-RezensentenHayim ben Yosef Tawil

This book will uniquely allow you to understand the Book of Genesis as never before.

An introduction describes the method of interpretation known as peshat and reveals how the field of comparative Semitics enlightens us.

Chapter-by-chapter analyses of selected verses of the biblical text examine the meanings of various biblical words in light of information gleaned from Akkadian.

Vocalized Hebrew with transliterations and translations gives access to high-level linguistic understanding even for neophytes.

A glossary explains relevant terminology, and a map and table of chronology give further context to the discussion.

This is a must-have resource for any student of the Bible.