The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Numbers by Robert A. Watson
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About this eBook
| Author | Watson, Robert A. (Robert Alexander), 1845-1921 |
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| Editor | Nicoll, W. Robertson (William Robertson), Sir, 1851-1923 |
| Title | The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Numbers |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Numbers" by Robert A. Watson is a religious commentary written in the late 19th century. This work carefully examines the Book of Numbers from the Bible, offering insights into its themes, laws, and historical context. It delves into the spiritual significance of Israel's experiences in the wilderness, exploring God's intentions for His people and their journey toward holiness and obedience. At the start of the text, Watson introduces the challenges of reconstructing the narrative of Israel's life during their desert wanderings, emphasizing the focus on divine interactions rather than the people's struggles. He presents Moses as a central figure caught between leading a rebellious people and fulfilling God's commands, setting the tone for an exploration of Israel's duties, failures, and the overarching majesty of God. This introductory section outlines the book's purpose: to illustrate the stringent requirements set forth for the Israelites, covering topics like ceremonial purity, the priesthood, and their communal responsibilities as they prepare to inherit the Promised Land. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament |
| Subject | Bible. Numbers -- Commentaries |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42639 |
| Release Date | May 3, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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