The Morality Of The Old Testament (1886)

The Morality of the Old Testament, written by Newman Smyth and published in 1886, is a comprehensive exploration of the ethical principles and values presented in the Hebrew Bible. The book aims to provide a detailed analysis of the Old Testament's moral teachings and their relevance to contemporary society. Smyth examines various topics, including the Ten Commandments, the laws of Moses, and the prophetic literature, to shed light on the Old Testament's moral framework. The author argues that the Old Testament's morality is grounded in the belief that God is the ultimate authority and source of all goodness. Smyth contends that the Old Testament's moral teachings are not only relevant to the ancient Israelites but also have enduring value for modern readers. He examines the moral implications of various biblical stories and characters, such as Abraham, Moses, and David, to illustrate the Old Testament's ethical principles. Throughout the book, Smyth engages with various philosophical and theological debates surrounding the Old Testament's morality. He addresses questions such as whether the Old Testament promotes a utilitarian or deontological ethical framework and whether its morality is relative or absolute. The Morality of the Old Testament is a scholarly work that presents a nuanced and thoughtful analysis of the ethical teachings of the Hebrew Bible. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ethics, religious studies, or biblical scholarship.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.