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Paradise to Prison: Studies in Genesis Hardcover – January 1, 1975

by John James Davis (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 66 ratings
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Paradise to Prison is a commentary, textbook and complete study guide to the book of Genesis. In very readable fashion the author explores the lives of the patriarchs as well as important doctrinal themes. Each chapter is carefully documented and sources from archaeology and ancient Near Eastern history are freely used. The writer's premise is that no other ancient literature surviving the ravages of time can rightly be compared to Genesis with its unsurpassed theological perspectives and vivid profiles of early man.
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    363 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Baker Pub Group
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 1975
  5. ISBN-10
    0801028388
  6. ISBN-13
    978-0801028380
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Baker Pub Group (January 1, 1975)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 363 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0801028388
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0801028380
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.7 pounds
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 66 ratings

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Tim Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars Stereotypebuster
Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2014
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Conservative theologians are often stereotyped as relatively uneducated and narrow. In “Paradise to Prison”, John J. Davis reveals an impressive breadth in his scholarship. The bibliography and the helpful textual references to relevant ancient literature, geographical features and archaeological findings confirm this. Another stereotype is that conservative theologians are unduly harsh and unfair. In this volume, Professor Davis exhibits an irenic approach to differing opinions and a simultaneous avoidance of undue attachment to faddish or eccentric views. “Paradise to Prison” also busts another stereotype about scholars not being able to be understood. Its evenhandedness, reverence, pastoral concern and occasional humor make it a pleasure to read. One of my favorite things is its successful attempt to show that “no other piece of ancient Near Eastern literature that has survived the ravages of time compares favorably with the Book of Genesis. Its theological perspectives and historical profiles of early man are unique.”
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PastorRussell
5.0 out of 5 stars Conservative creationist book. I love it.
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2021
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Great price on a used book. Conservative creationist commentary. Very well done by a teal Hebrew scholar for people like me.
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Shortstuff
5.0 out of 5 stars The book arrived on time and it was as described ...
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2017
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The book arrived on time and it was as described. I am using this book for a class. Thus far it has been interesting.
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K. Wagner
5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Textbook!
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2016
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This is the only textbook I've ever been required to read that I actually enjoyed, and even laughed out loud! The author did a great job covering Genesis, and I learned a lot!
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Paul Spires
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent all the way around
Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2015
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The pace and content of this commentary is excellent. Also the seller was a joy to deal with, especially the personal hand written communication that came with the book.
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Jester
3.0 out of 5 stars Not for the Beginner!
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2014
John Davis is thorough and very learned. I do not recommend this book to a new convert. This book is for seasoned Christians.
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WS
5.0 out of 5 stars Recommend for studying Genesis
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2019
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Great read for the history of the early prophets
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shmarpler
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Book
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2013
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This was a very good book. Davis offers more than his own opinion and will contrast ideas to find the most logical conclusion. He is careful to check each hypothesis so see if it conflict with the Bible. This was a required textbook for one of my classes, but I thoroughly enjoyed this required reading.
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