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The Abingdon Old Testament Commentaries provide compact, critical commentary on the books of the Old Testament for the use of theological students and pastors. The commentaries are also useful for upper-level college or university students and for those responsible for teaching in congregational settings. In addition to providing basic information and insights into the Old Testament writings, these commentaries exemplify the task and procedure of careful interpretation to assist students of the Old Testament in coming to an informed and critical engagement with the biblical texts themselves. From back cover.