TY - BOOK AU - Jenson,Philip Peter TI - Leviticus: the priestly vision of holiness : an introduction and study guide T2 - T & T Clark study guides to the Old Testament SN - 9780567693617 AV - BS1255.55 .J46 2021 PY - 2021/// CY - London, UK, New York, NY PB - T&T Clark KW - Bible KW - Leviticus KW - Introductions KW - Study and teaching N1 - Includes bibliographical references (p. [100]-109) and indexes; Reading Leviticus -- Holiness -- Sacrifice (Leviticus 1- -- Priesthood (Leviticus 8-10; 21-22) -- Purity and impurity (Leviticus 11-15) -- Holy living (Leviticus 17-27) -- Holy time (Leviticus 16; 23; 25) -- The continuing relevance of Leviticus N2 - "Philip Peter Jenson provides an introduction to the Book of Leviticus in the Old Testament, examining the book's structure and characteristics; covering the latest biblical scholarship, including historical and interpretive issues; and considering a range of scholarly approaches. Each chapter concludes with brief reflections on the contemporary significance of the texts being discussed. In particular, this guide focuses on explaining the underlying concepts that inform the laws and rituals of Leviticus. With suggestions of further reading at the end of each chapter, this guide will be an useful accompaniment to study of the Book of Leviticus"-- ER -