Exodus
James K. Bruckner
Baker Books
<p>Each volume in the Understanding the Bible Commentary Series breaks down the barriers between the ancient and modern worlds so that the power and meaning of the biblical texts become transparent to contemporary readers. They present a careful section-by-section exposition of the biblical books with key terms and phrases highlighted and all Hebrew transliterated. Notes at the close of each chapter provide additional textual and technical comments for those who want to dig deeper. A bibliography as well as Scripture and subject indexes are also included. Pastors, students, and Bible teachers will find in this series a commitment to accessibility without sacrificing serious scholarship.  </p><p>Exodus fascinates with some of the most dramatic scenes of the Old Testament and with themes that are foundational to the rest of the Bible. God delivers, provides for, and forms a people for himself, patiently teaching them to trust him. This commentary helps the reader understand and apply this wonderful and ever-relevant book on a deeper level.  </p><p>James K. Bruckner is professor of Old Testament at North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago and is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Covenant Church. He is the author of <em>Implied Law in the Abraham Narrative</em>; a commentary on the minor prophets Jonah, Nahum, Habakkuk, and Zephaniah; and numerous scholarly articles.</p>About the Author<p>James K. Bruckner is Professor of Old Testament at North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago and is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Covenant Church. He is the author of <em>Implied Law in the Abraham Narrative</em>, a commentary on the minor prophets, Jonah, Nahum, Habakkuk, and Zephaniah, as well as numerous scholarly articles. </p>