The Great Courses: Understanding The Old Testament (Guidebook/4-DVD Set) NEW

Description: The Great Courses: Understanding The Old Testament (Guidebook/4-DVD Set) NEW Condition is Like New. Think Brand New minus the shrinkwrap. No faults at all. This will be packed very carefully and shipped US Media Mail with Tracking. We are happy to combine items to save you money on shipping. For example, we can send you three typical DVDs for the price of 1. Just put your selection in your shopping cart and press the Request Total button (top right) and we will get back to you with the lowest combined shipping price. Remember Media Mail starts at $4.63 for the first pound weight (or fraction), but then only 75 cents for each additional pound (or fraction). And visit our sister store on eBay (GutenburgReads) to see the more than 700 interesting items we are selling. About This Course: The Teaching Company, creators of The Great Courses series of university-level lectures, sells this 24 lecture series with a streaming video and a downloadable PDF file of the course guidebook for $239.95. They also offer the course on 4 DVD with a 252 page printed guidebook for $339.95. However we have managed to source a rare example of a like new copy of this course on original, pristine DVDs (all 4 of them) and a brand new printed copy of the Course Guidebook. Of course owning the physical copy of the course materials means you can share the course with your family and friends and, when you no longer need or want the course materials you can sell them (on eBay, for example). And our price for this rare and pristine find? Just $34.95, saving you over $300 for something else. That is worth repeating. You could buy the pristine DVDs with their unblemished DVD tall case, and the new guidebook from us for less than one tenth of that and save over $300 for something else. Course Overview: The 39 books of the Old Testament constitute the Hebrew Bible, comprise nearly three quarters of the Christian Bible, and contain substantial material considered sacred within Islam. As such, the Old Testament is among the most influential and widely read texts in world history. Even beyond its religious functions, the Old Testament has permeated Western culture since its creation, giving rise to innumerable references to the text and stories within Western literature, historical writing, philosophy, and art. For these reasons and more, the importance of the Old Testament in cultural, religious, and historical terms would be hard to overemphasize. Now, in 24 dynamic lectures, Understanding the Old Testament takes a new look at this seminal text, filled with fresh perspectives, rich visual aids, and fascinating examination of the text, shedding light on the monumental impact of one of the world’s most beloved books. Even beyond its religious functions, the Old Testament has permeated Western culture since its creation, giving rise to uncountable references to the text and stories within Western literature, historical writing, philosophy, and art. For these reasons and more, the importance of the Old Testament in cultural, religious, and historical terms would be hard to overemphasize. A grasp of the core writings of the Old Testament offers you valuable insight into subjects such as: The conceptions of divinity and theology at the heart of Judaism and Christianity; The epic story of the ancient Israelites on their journey across the Fertile Crescent; The history of the cultures of the ancient Near East; The richness and diversity of the literature, songs, poetry, and letters embodied within the text; The ways in which the writings have shaped our intellectual and artistic heritage; and The notions of ethics, moral philosophy, and social justice that have guided the unfolding of Western civilization. A World-Shaping Literature In 24 engrossing lectures, enriched with vivid color imagery and maps, Professor Miller guides you through many of the major books of the Old Testament, inviting you to probe their meaning and relevance in incisive and thought-provoking commentary. Among the books of the Old Testament that he highlights in detail, you’ll explore: Genesis: Uncover revealing features of the opening text of the Old Testament, such as how the events of the first week of creation form an elaborate pattern, expressing the complex order of the universe; and how the text does not lay primary blame for “the fall” on the woman, Eve; Deuteronomistic History: Across the books of Judges, Samuel, and Kings, study the dramatic history of the people of Israel in the Promised Land, bound to God by a covenant; follow the story of the Israelites’ disobedience to God, and its tragic consequences; The Prophets: Through the dramatic narratives of Elijah, Amos, Jeremiah, and Isaiah, take account of the challenges faced by those who sought to actualize God’s plan for humanity; The Books of Ruth and Esther: Among notable women in the Old Testament, explore two stories of women in the ancient Near East who are doubly at risk, and who prevail through loyalty, resourcefulness, and integrity; Daniel and the Apocalyptic: In the Book of Daniel, encounter the genre of apocalyptic literature—revelation initiated by God—and contemplate the figure of “the Son of Man,” a promised redeemer. Probe Deeply into the Inner Meanings of the Text Throughout these extraordinary lectures, Professor Miller offers a wealth of intriguing perspectives on how to approach the text of the Old Testament. In numerous cases, you’ll assess the role of translation in the understanding of the texts, studying the meanings of key Hebrew words and words of ancient languages. You’ll also look in depth at the history, dating, and writing of the texts themselves. In addition, you’ll study the literary and linguistic features of many of the texts, noting how they achieve their impact on the reader. In Understanding the Old Testament, you’ll take a revelatory look at this epically impactful document, learning to find its deeper historical and religious meanings, as well as to savor its sublime literary treasures. By the way: Welcome to the new ebay storefront for The Shepherd's Center of Winston-Salem. The store will be operated by experienced ebay sellers who have been selling some of our best donations for several years now through their own storefronts. Now we are using these same experienced sellers to sell to you directly. For the philanthropists out there, the vast majority of the items sold by us (Gutenberg Reads and others), are for the benefit of The Shepherd's Center of Greater Winston-Salem, whose mission is to help house-bound seniors live full and independent lives in their own homes. The center provides transportation to medical appointments and grocery shopping, assistance with minor repairs around the house, and companionship through visits. The citizens of Winston-Salem generously donate books, music, movies, and more to us to help us achieve our mission. And now, you can buy useful items from us directly, and you will be helping the less fortunate in our city.

Price: 34.95 USD

Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina

End Time: 2024-11-06T20:03:58.000Z

Shipping Cost: 4.63 USD