Schmutzer's "Be Fruitful and Multiply" is insightful work in biblical theology. This work serves to advance more exegetical-theological look at anthropology, specifically through the lens of what he sees as the thematic crux of Genesis 1-11: "Be fruitful and multiply."
In this book, Schmutzer analyzes key moments when the creation mandate is used, analyzing the development of these themes from different methodological perspectives. This book is an incredible example of how different methods aid interpretation. He analyzes three main texts, showing how they develop beginning with the initial command in Gen. 1:28. After this analysis, he traces the thematic development of the image of God. He beautiful works his way through this highly debatable theme, offering insight into how it is being used in Gen. 1-11.
The book is worth the introduction alone, where Schmutzer analyzes current themes in exegesis from a historical, theological, and philosophical perspective, including his critique of the historical-critical method. The book is also a highly valuable resource for Hebrew students wanting to see the nitty-gritty of exegesis, and how exegesis and theology inform each other. I highly recommend this book, which changed the way I read Genesis!
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