A History of Israel (1950)
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A History of Israel by Martin Noth is a seminal work that offers a comprehensive and detailed account of the formation and development of ancient Israel. Originally published in German in 1950 and translated into English in 1960, this book has been considered a classic in the field of biblical studies for several decades.
Noth’s approach to the study of Israelite history is based on a critical analysis of the biblical texts and their historical context. He argues that the Hebrew Bible should be read as a source of historical information rather than simply as a religious text. He also emphasizes the importance of archaeology in reconstructing the social, economic, and political conditions of ancient Israel.
The book is divided into three main parts. The first part covers the pre-monarchic period, from the emergence of the Israelite tribes to the establishment of the monarchy under Saul. The second part deals with the monarchic period, from the reign of David to the fall of the northern kingdom of Israel. The third part focuses on the post-exilic period, from the Babylonian exile to the restoration of the Jewish community in Judah.
Noth’s approach to the study of Israelite history is based on a critical analysis of the biblical texts and their historical context. He argues that the Hebrew Bible should be read as a source of historical information rather than simply as a religious text. He also emphasizes the importance of archaeology in reconstructing the social, economic, and political conditions of ancient Israel.
The book is divided into three main parts. The first part covers the pre-monarchic period, from the emergence of the Israelite tribes to the establishment of the monarchy under Saul. The second part deals with the monarchic period, from the reign of David to the fall of the northern kingdom of Israel. The third part focuses on the post-exilic period, from the Babylonian exile to the restoration of the Jewish community in Judah.