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The Gospel according to Moses: Theological and Ethical Reflections on the Book of Deuteronomy [Print Replica] Kindle Edition

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To many people the law stands in opposition to the gospel. While it may be possible to read Paul's epistles this way, the book of Deuteronomy will not allow this reading. Like the book of Romans in the New Testament, Deuteronomy provides the most systematic and sustained presentation of theology in the Old Testament. And like the Gospel of John, it represents mature theological reflection on God's great acts of salvation, in this case associated with the exodus of Israel from Egypt. The gospel according to Moses begins and ends with the gracious work of God for undeserving subjects. In a book that consists largely of Moses' farewell sermons to his congregation, Israel's first pastor seeks to inspire his congregation to a life of faith and godliness in response to God's great mercy. Unfortunately, for many Christians, Deuteronomy is a dead book, because we have lost sight of the gospel. The essays in this collection arise from a larger project driven by a passion to recover for Christians the life-giving message of the Old Testament in general and the gospel according to Moses in particular. The "meditations" in this volume cover a wide range of topics, from explorations into the origins of Deuteronomy to considerations of the ethical and homiletical relevance of the book for Christians today.

"Dan Block is one of the finest Old Testament exegetes of this generation. This collection of his thoughtful articles on Deuteronomy will be invaluable to anyone studying the book. His labors and analyses are a gift to both the academy and the Church."
--John H. Walton
Professor of Old Testament
Wheaton College and Graduate School

"With the seasoned skill of a mature scholar and the passion of a preacher, Dan Block offers us another fine volume on Deuteronomy. This theological manifesto of ancient Israel continues to speak across the centuries, and there can be no better guide than Block to help the people of God today hear the abiding voice of the one true God in its pages."
--M. Daniel Carroll R.
Distinguished Professor of Old Testament
Denver Seminary

Daniel I. Block is the Gunther H. Knoedler Professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL. He is the author of The Book of Ezekiel Chapters 1-24 (1997), The Book of Ezekiel Chapters 25-48 (1998); Judges and Ruth (1999); and Deuteronomy (NIVAC), forthcoming).
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""Dan Block is one of the finest Old Testament exegetes of this generation. This collection of his thoughtful articles on Deuteronomy will be invaluable to anyone studying the book. His labors and analyses are a gift to both the academy and the Church."" --John H. Walton Professor of Old Testament Wheaton College and Graduate School ""With the seasoned skill of a mature scholar and the passion of a preacher, Dan Block offers us another fine volume on Deuteronomy. This theological manifesto of ancient Israel continues to speak across the centuries, and there can be no better guide than Block to help the people of God today hear the abiding voice of the one true God in its pages."" --M. Daniel Carroll R. Distinguished Professor of Old Testament Denver Seminary

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Daniel I. Block is the Gunther H. Knoedler Professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL. He is the author of The Book of Ezekiel Chapters 1-24 (1997), The Book of Ezekiel Chapters 25-48 (1998); Judges and Ruth (1999); and Deuteronomy (NIVAC), forthcoming).

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The theological summit of the Pentateuch and the theological foundation of the whole Old Testament
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The theological summit of the Pentateuch and the theological foundation of the whole Old Testament
Block's book is not a book just to be read but a book to study and to react to. Every chapter will challenge the reader with deep insight into the fabric of Deuteronomy. The reader of the Gospel According to Moses: Theological and Ethical Reflections on the Book of Deuteronomy will need an intermediate knowledge in classical Hebrew at least. Every chapter in the book will invite the reader to the analysis of its declarations.The Gospel According to Moses sees Deuteronomy as the theological summit of the Pentateuch and as the theological foundation of the whole Old Testament; as key for the understanding of the New Testament as it has a privileged position in Jesus' teachings and Paul's writings.
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Emmer Chacon
5.0 out of 5 stars The theological summit of the Pentateuch and the theological foundation of the whole Old Testament
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2020
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Block's book is not a book just to be read but a book to study and to react to. Every chapter will challenge the reader with deep insight into the fabric of Deuteronomy. The reader of the Gospel According to Moses: Theological and Ethical Reflections on the Book of Deuteronomy will need an intermediate knowledge in classical Hebrew at least. Every chapter in the book will invite the reader to the analysis of its declarations.
The Gospel According to Moses sees Deuteronomy as the theological summit of the Pentateuch and as the theological foundation of the whole Old Testament; as key for the understanding of the New Testament as it has a privileged position in Jesus' teachings and Paul's writings.
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Emmer Chacon
5.0 out of 5 stars The theological summit of the Pentateuch and the theological foundation of the whole Old Testament
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2020
Block's book is not a book just to be read but a book to study and to react to. Every chapter will challenge the reader with deep insight into the fabric of Deuteronomy. The reader of the Gospel According to Moses: Theological and Ethical Reflections on the Book of Deuteronomy will need an intermediate knowledge in classical Hebrew at least. Every chapter in the book will invite the reader to the analysis of its declarations.
The Gospel According to Moses sees Deuteronomy as the theological summit of the Pentateuch and as the theological foundation of the whole Old Testament; as key for the understanding of the New Testament as it has a privileged position in Jesus' teachings and Paul's writings.
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widowgirl
5.0 out of 5 stars lots to wade through....
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wonderful commentary. Haven't had a chance to wade through this one yet, but it is readable and probably full of more information than I will ever need. I'm not a biblical scholar; just a lay person, but I love Bible study and this was highly recommended to me. I think it will serve its purposes fully.
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Matthew A. Crawford
4.0 out of 5 stars Not a commentary
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2020
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The Gospel according to Moses will help shed light on the Book of Deuteronomy. It is not a commentary though. Do not get this book if you are looking for a simple verses by verse commentary. A better summary would be that it examines the major themes. The biggest theme being that the Gospel is present in the Book of Deuteronomy. It is a collection of essays surrounding the Book as a whole not particular passages. It is a great resource for scholars and pastors alike.
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Ray Boshers - Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Expectations Exceeded
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2015
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While I have not finished reading this book, I can say that it has more than met my expectations. Mr. Block has done a great job in putting this material together and in keeping it interesting. When I am finished I will post to finish my review.
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Donnie
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2014
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I purchased the book as a follow-up to a seminar which the author, Dr. Block, gave.
It is an excellent resource for further study.
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Brooks
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic.
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2015
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One of my favorite seminary books!
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Jacob Sweeney
5.0 out of 5 stars Block at his best
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2012
Daniel Block opens with a lamentation. He recognizes what many other evangelicals have seen: we affirm the authority of the Old Testament, but deny it by avoiding it. Without recognizing it we have fallen prey to false ideas about radical discontinuity between the Testaments. The Gospel according to Moses is a collection of essays which Dr. Block has written over a period of ten years. The foundational idea which draws each essay together is that the Old Testament is not only helpful, but necessary for the Christian life. If we really believe that Jesus is the same "yesterday, today and forever" (Heb 13.8) and that Jesus' Bible was the Old Testament, then we need to recognize it's importance today. Specifically, for this study, Jesus' favorite book was Deuteronomy. He quoted it often throughout the Gospels. By implication, Jesus is affirming the importance and authority of the Old Testament for the church.

As a collection of essays, this book is not a unified argument. Instead, each chapter stands alone with some unintentional repetition of ideas. Yet, there is still some movement from beginning to end. The essays selected for this volume cover subjects from authorship, audience and the issues related to composition and culture. Block explores canonical and theological themes which dominate Deuteronomy: preaching, ecology, worship and missions. These essays serve to demonstrate the value and importance of Deuteronomy for the life of the church.

Despite the nature of its composition, The Gospel according to Moses serves as an excellent volume for the study of Deuteronomy. Moses along with its companion volume - How I Love Your Torah, O LORD! Studies in the Book of Deuteronomy - provide an excellent guide to the many issues surrounding the study of this important book. That being said, in light of the technical nature of some of the essays - or subjects contained therein - this text would best serve those who already have some training. The average lay person would be more confused than blessed. But, those who have seminary training would find their understanding of Deuteronomy increased.
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iain Sanders
5.0 out of 5 stars Brief review of 'The Gospel according to Moses'.
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I used this book as background reading for an essay on Deuteronomy. It deals with Moses' ministry to the Israelites and the dealings of YHWH with the Israelites. It is written by a scholar and is highly suitable for academic work.
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N Morgan
4.0 out of 5 stars in My opinion it has a terrific message for believers today
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 4, 2015
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in My opinion it has a terrific message for believers today, turn back to the Torah as Moses and Jesus lived and taught it
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