Book Reviews
Exploring the literature, language, and land of the BibleThe Dead Sea Scrolls – My Top Picks
Welcome to a special collection devoted to my top picks for engaging with the texts of the Dead Sea Scrolls (DSS). This page is home to a carefully selected array of publications that bring the voices of the ancient past directly to you through both the original...
Fragments of a Leather Manuscript Containing Moses’ Last Words to the Children of Israel by Hermann Guthe
In this pivotal English translation of Hermann Guthe's 1883 German work, Fragmente einer Lederhandschrift enthaltend Mose's letzte Rede an die Kinder Israel (Leipzig: Druck und Verlag von Brietkopf & Härtel, 1883) readers are presented with a fascinating academic...
Hidden Sparks Beneath the Surface: An Inspirational Journey Through the Biblical Festivals: The Times and Seasons of the Hebrew Bible by Betty Tabor Givin
In Hidden Sparks Beneath the Surface, Betty Tabor Givin invites us to explore biblical festivals and the profound rhythms of the times and seasons as presented in the Hebrew Bible. This book is a gateway to discovering the rich Jewish traditions and the "hidden sparks...
The Book of David: David Horowitz: Dean of United Nations Press Corps and Founder: United Israel World Union by Ralph Buntyn
In The Book of David, Ralph Buntyn offers a compelling and meticulously researched biography of David Horowitz, a figure whose legacy is as vast as the history he helped shape. Horowitz, renowned as the Dean of the United Nations Press Corps and the founder of the...
Announcing The Genesis Torah Tablet
As of this morning, we're excited to share that The Genesis Torah Tablet is officially available for purchase on Amazon. This New Release inaugurates our Torah Tablets Series, embodying our dedication to fostering a profound and enriching interaction with the...
The New Oxford Annotated Bible with the Apocrypha
Ross's Recommended Reading: Review of The New Oxford Annotated Bible with the Apocrypha, Fifth Edition, Fully Revised and Expanded (NRSV) As someone with a deep-seated passion for biblical texts, I have an extensive collection of Bibles. Each has its unique qualities,...
The Israeli Solution: A One-State Plan for Peace in the Middle East
Navigating the intricate landscape of Middle Eastern politics requires keen insight into its complex historical and contemporary narratives. Caroline Glick's The Israeli Solution: A One-State Plan for Peace in the Middle East stands out as a profound critique of the...
The Jerusalem Bible Edition of the Koren Tanakh – A Review
I am often asked about the best English translation of the Hebrew Bible. I prefer the The Jerusalem Bible Edition of the Koren Tanakh for several reasons and intend to share some of those reasons in this post. The introduction to the Koren Tanakh proudly refers to...
Paul and Jesus, How the Apostle Transformed Christianity by James D. Tabor
In November 2012, the author of The Jesus Dynasty once again released a book that challenged our thinking when it comes to Christian Origins. In his latest work, published by Simon and Schuster, James D. Tabor turns his academic attention to a thorough investigation...
Shattering the Conspiracy of Silence
Nehemia Gordon’s book, Shattering the Conspiracy of Silence is fact-filled and engaging. I could hardly put it down once I started it. The book is written in a very inviting and personal manner, carrying the reader along for the discovery of a lifetime. The book...