Franz Delitzsch (1813–1890)

this book is a monumental work on the subject of 'Psychology proper' that is, the essential makeup of our human nature and being, body, soul, spirit. What makes us who we are - our Psyche, our soul and identity. It traces this through from a Biblical and systematic theological standpoint - and as a study it has probably not been surpassed in its comprehensiveness and in its day was a seminal work. Today it still has great value. Though readers like me may not find themselves agreeing with show more all that is said by the author, all that is said is worthy of serious consideration. This is theology of a high order, and Delitzsch has with this work put himself among the ranks of worthy theologians. show less

This conservative OT commentary is a jewel among rhinestones. The scholarship is trustworthy and capable.

Franz Delitzsch (Leipzig, 1813 -1890, was a German Lutheran theologian, Assyriologist, and Hebraist at a time when Hebrew literature was little understood. He harbored Jews, had a Jewish benefactor, and claimed to be studying Hebrew in order to evangelize Jews. He had two sons who followed in his scholarly footsteps.

This work examines each Psalm from the Psalter, in three volumes.

Good for thoughts on Greek Grammar, syntax. Does not follow Majority Text.