Leviticus, Interpretation Commentary

This volume in the popular Interpretation series presents the book of Leviticus. It focuses on the history of Israel during this time when Israel's life was marked by the various ritual sacrifices and observances commanded by God for the ordering of the nation's life.Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching is a distinctive resource for those who interpret the Bible in the church. Planned and written specifically for teaching and preaching needs, this critically acclaimed biblical commentary is a major contribution to scholarship and ministry. This volume focuses on the history of Israel during the time when Israel's life was marked by the various ritual sacrifices and observances commanded by God for the ordering of the nation's life. It brings an understanding of what the text says into dialogue with the critical questions and problems of contemporary life and faith. This commentary was planned and written specifically for teaching and preaching needs, and is a contribution to the general ministry of the Word in today's world.