Books For Bible Study

Instead of our usual Religious Bestseller Lists, this issue includes a library of books on the Bible—both Old and New Testaments—recommended by two prominent scholars. Our Old Testament list was prepared by David Noel of Freedman, Arthur F. Thurnau Professor of Biblical Studies at the University of Michigan and member of the Bible Review Editorial Advisory Board. George Howard, professor of religion at the University of Georgia, selected the books about the New Testament. Howard is the author of “The Name of God in the New Testament,” BAR 04:01, as well as several reviews in BAR and BR.

Following are their suggested sets of books on the Bible. Each is divided into a basic list for new students and one for more advanced students. With the wealth of material available, there is no doubt that other scholars would make different selections, and, perhaps, in the future we will publish more recommended books—depending on how our readers respond.—Ed.

Old Testament

(prepared by David Noel Freedman)

Basic

The Old Testament: A Guide to Its Writings