The JPS Bible Commentary: Jonah

by Uriel Simon

Series:JPS Bible Commentary (Jonah)

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Based on the same format and design as the Torah volumes, Jonah provides a critical line-by-line commentary of the biblical text, which is presented in its original Hebrew, complete with vocalization and cantillation marks, as well as the JPS English translation. It includes a scholarly introduction, extensive bibliographic and critical notes, and other explanatory material.

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NO OF PAGES: 52 SUB CAT I: Torah Commentary SUB CAT II: Prophets SUB CAT III: DESCRIPTION: This commentary looks at Jonah from four basic themes: Atonement vs. Repentance;, Universalism vs. Particularism; Prophecy: Realization vs. Compliance; Compassion: Justice vs. Mercy.NOTES: SUBTITLE:

Feb 18, 2011

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