Understanding the Old Testament, edited by O. Jessie Lace, is one of three books accompanying the volumes of commentary in the Old Testament and Apocrypha series of Cambridge Bible Commentaries on the New English Bible. This volume offers a critical and scholarly exploration of the Old Testament’s historical, literary, and theological contexts through a series of insightful essays. Contributors include Lace’s own essays, such as "The Old Testament and Apocrypha" and "The History of Religion in Israel," as well as D.R. Dr. Ap-Thomas’ examination of "The Context of the Old Testament." Lace’s "What the Old Testament is About" provides an overview of the text’s central themes, while the essays collectively explore the evolution and influence of the Hebrew Bible. This volume serves as an essential resource for readers seeking a deeper understanding of the Old Testament’s formation and its role in both Jewish and Christian traditions.
About the Authors
O. Jessie Lace was a Senior Lecturer and Tutor at William Temple College in Rugby, Warwickshire, England. She was known for her expertise in biblical studies and her contributions to the Cambridge Bible Commentary series.
D.R. Dr. Ap-Thomas was a scholar at the University College of North Wales, Bangor, recognized for his work in Old Testament studies.
