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Temples, Tithes, and Taxes

The Temple and the Economic Life of Ancient Israel

By: Marty E. Stevens

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Temples, Tithes, and Taxes

The Temple and the Economic Life of Ancient Israel

By: Marty E. Stevens

The temple in Jerusalem was both the center of ancient Israel's religious life and also an economic center for the nation. In this groundbreaking study of the economic functions of the Jerusalem temple, Marty E. Stevens, who worked for fifteen years as a certified public accountant prior to getting a PhD in Old Testament, demonstrates that the temple acted as the central bank, internal revenue collector, source of loans, and even debt collector for ancient Israel. Applying a broad knowledge of temple-systems throughout the ancient Near East, Stevens sheds light on the roles played by various officials mentioned in Scripture and their tasks within the temple complex. Neither "Big Brother" nor "big business," the temple still served government and commerce in the course of conducting its religious functions. This fascinating book opens new avenues for understanding the Jerusalem temple and its impact on Israelite society.

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221

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Baker Books

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1441242074

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9781441242075

Theological Themes of the Old Testament

By: Marty E. Stevens

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Theological Themes of the Old Testament

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The Old Testament is an ancient collection of theological reflections on life with God that the church has claimed as authoritative Scripture. Whereas most introductory books march from Genesis to Malachi, this book engages four prominent themes across the breadth of the Old Testament canon: creation, covenant, cultus, and character. By taking this approach, Stevens is articulates key issues that impact the reading of the entire Old Testament. This engaging volume is intended for laypeople who want to know more about the Old Testament, whether in personal study, church groups, college classrooms, or seminary courses.

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185

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Wipf and Stock Publishers

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1606088165

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9781606088166

Leadership Roles of the Old Testament

King, Prophet, Priest, Sage

By: Marty E. Stevens

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Leadership Roles of the Old Testament

King, Prophet, Priest, Sage

By: Marty E. Stevens

The Old Testament is an ancient collection of theological reflections of life with God that the church has claimed as authoritative Scripture. Whereas most introductory books march from Genesis to Malachi, this book engages four important leadership roles across the breadth of the Old Testament canon: king, prophet, priest, and sage. Despite the obvious differences between the societies of ancient Israel and modern America, lessons can be learned from our ancestors in the faith. This engaging volume is intended for people who want to know more about the Old Testament, whether in personal study, church groups, college classrooms, or seminary courses. The book may be used profitably in concert with Theological Themes of the Old Testament: Creation, Covenant, Cultus, and Character (Cascade Books, 2010).

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135

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1610974085

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9781610974080

Forgotten Founder

The Life and Times of Charles Pinckney

By: Marty D. Matthews

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Forgotten Founder

The Life and Times of Charles Pinckney

By: Marty D. Matthews

Chronicles the life of Charles Pinckney, discussing his childhood on his family's Charleston plantation, service in the state militia during the Revolution, involvement in the Constitutional Convention of 1787, and influence on the country's development.

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