The Lost World of the Israelite Conquest - by John H Walton & J Harvey Walton (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p>Perhaps no biblical episode is more troubling than the conquest of Canaan. But do the so-called holy war texts of the Old Testament portray a divinely inspired genocide? John Walton and J. Harvey Walton take us on an archaeological dig, reframing our questions and excavating the layers of translation and interpretation that cloud our perception of these difficult texts.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Holy warfare is the festering wound on the conscience of Bible-believing Christians. Of all the problems the Old Testament poses for our modern age, this is the one we want to avoid in mixed company. But do the so-called holy war texts of the Old Testament portray a divinely inspired genocide? Did Israel slaughter Canaanites at God's command? Were they enforcing divine retribution on an unholy people? These texts shock us. And we turn the page. But have we rightly understood them? In <em>The Lost World of the Israelite Conquest</em>, John Walton and J. Harvey Walton take us on an archaeological dig, excavating the layers of translation and interpretation that over time have encrusted these texts and our perceptions. What happens when we take new approaches, frame new questions? When we weigh again their language and rhetoric? Were the Canaanites punished for sinning against the covenanting God? Does the Hebrew word <em>herem</em> mean devote to destruction? How are the Canaanites portrayed and why? And what happens when we backlight these texts with their ancient context? <em>The Lost World of the Israelite Conquest</em> keenly recalibrates our perception and reframes our questions. While not attempting to provide all the answers, it offers surprising new insights and clears the ground for further understanding.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>The Waltons have a provocative thesis that revises many popular and traditional views. They are attentive students of the Bible and its ancient context, and their argument is detailed. Bible readers who have wrestled with the implications of the conquest will find this work helpful.</p>--James Matichuk, Bible Study Magazine, Jan/Feb 2018<br>
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