I am giving away a book at Words on the Word this week. It’s a study by Myrto Theocharous called Lexical Dependence and Intertextual Allusion in the Septuagint of the Twelve Prophets: Studies in Hosea, Amos and Micah. This author had me at the title. (Seriously.) It’s part of the Library of Hebrew Bible/Old Testament Studies series from Continuum/T&T Clark. (Thanks to the publisher for making the giveaway possible.) It’s got nice library binding, good quality paper, clear and easy-to-read Greek and Hebrew fonts.
I’ve been enjoying working my way through it, and in coming weeks will offer a review of the book. You can browse inside by clicking here (Amazon affiliate link). Here’s an excerpt from the publisher’s description of the book:
This book explores various aspects of intertextuality in the LXX Twelve Prophets, with a special emphasis on Hosea, Amos and Micah.
Divided into five parts, the first introduces the topic of intertextuality, discusses issues relating to the Twelve Prophets and their translator and concludes with various methodological considerations. Chapter two deals initially with the lexical sourcing of the prophets in their Hellenistic milieu and tests proposed theories of influence from the Pentateuch.
The rest of the book examines specific cases from the books of Hosea, Amos and Micah.
Theocharous summarizes her book in this short pdf. From what I’ve read so far, I can already recommend it.
I will choose a winner at random this time next week. To enter the drawing, simply comment on this blog post with your greetings, thoughts about the Septuagint or prophets, World Series predictions, etc.
Then if you link to this post on your Facebook, Twitter, blog, etc., come back here to tell me in the comments section that you did, and you’ll receive a second entry. I will announce the winner on the blog before midnight Sunday, October 21.
And you can now like Words on the Word on Facebook.
If the LXX was good enough for Jesus and Paul, it’s good enough for me.
Posted by Joel L. Watts | October 14, 2012, 9:27 pmWait–I thought they used King James?
In all seriousness–I’m trying to learn more about just how much “Septuagint” Jesus might have had access to… do you have any leads/resources I can explore here?
Posted by abramkj | October 15, 2012, 3:43 pmLooks interesting. And I do love Amos.
Also shared on Twitter!
Posted by Craig | October 14, 2012, 9:35 pmFantastic book and really a good help
Posted by Héctor Molano | October 14, 2012, 9:35 pmI did it, I post it in my facebook
Posted by Héctor Molano | October 14, 2012, 9:36 pmMight be interesting. I like the prophets and comparing end-time prophecy with what I see happening in the world today.I did put a link on my FB page.
Posted by Roy Hartzler | October 14, 2012, 9:53 pmInteresting subject. I know my wife would love to get her hands on it.
As far as the World Series, Cardinals v Tigers, Cards in 6 games.
Posted by Sam Gibby | October 14, 2012, 10:09 pmAnd just tweeted the link to this.
Posted by Sam Gibby | October 14, 2012, 10:12 pmOkay. Here’s my first entry.
Posted by Brant Clements | October 14, 2012, 11:27 pmAnd now I posted it on Facebook, too.
Posted by Brant Clements | October 14, 2012, 11:33 pmGreetings, and count me in!
Posted by Jason | October 14, 2012, 11:54 pmI also tweeted the giveaway!
Posted by Jason | October 14, 2012, 11:54 pmThe neglected LXX – by too many Christians
Posted by William Varner | October 15, 2012, 12:14 amI’d LOVE to see my favorite prophet Hosea talked about in this book. I prefer the Septuagint as it is what the NT authors used.
Posted by Ant Writes | October 15, 2012, 2:04 amI just posted it to my facebook and Twittter
Posted by Ant Writes | October 15, 2012, 2:06 amPosted on FB. Looks like an interesting read… Though if I get it, I’ll have to put it off till I’m done at Drexel.
Posted by jdarlack | October 15, 2012, 8:45 amSounds like a fun read to me.
Posted by Drew Longacre | October 15, 2012, 9:26 amGreat Idea. I’ve been looking at doing an academic blog and am interested in seeing how this blog thing is done. I typically quip that blogging will be the death of good writing and careful thinking, but it is hard to kick against the goads. Hope yours is successful.
Posted by Andrew Sargent, PhD | October 15, 2012, 9:31 amThanks for the good wishes, Andrew. Perhaps you’ve already seen these, but two good models are:
http://ntresources.com/blog/
http://ntweblog.blogspot.com/
Posted by abramkj | October 15, 2012, 3:45 pmThis looks great! Count me in the contest!
Posted by Justin Boulmay | October 15, 2012, 10:16 amI’m thrilled that scholars are devoting more attention to the LXX than they have in the past. Maybe Eerdmans will start doing commentaries on the LXX text of the OT as part of the New International Greek Testament Commentary series.
Posted by Neal Piwowarski | October 15, 2012, 10:20 amHi, Neal–thanks for the comment. You may know this already, but there are two LXX commentary series underway, of which I’m aware:
An SBL commentary series: http://ccat.sas.upenn.edu/ioscs/commentary/
A series by Brill, with some volumes already released:
http://www.brill.com/publications/septuagint-commentary-series
Posted by abramkj | October 15, 2012, 3:48 pmYes, I want the LXX, and I shared the link on my Facebook!
Posted by RodTRDH | October 15, 2012, 10:41 amLove it! Thanks a bunch for the opportunity. I love LXX studies. The world of the LXX is complicated and requires careful studies. A book like this would be very welcomed into my collection. Thanks!
Posted by Corey Farcas | October 15, 2012, 10:54 amI’d like this book.
Posted by hebrewscribble | October 15, 2012, 11:25 amSounds like a fascinating book.
Posted by Steve Black | October 15, 2012, 11:47 amI’ve thoroughly enjoyed your blog and have often sent your posts to fellow graduate students studying the same material. Keep up the good work, for you have fans out here!
Posted by dustinmartyr | October 15, 2012, 1:21 pmDustin–that’s great! Thanks so much for spreading the word.
Also, dustinmartyr is an awesome name.
Posted by abramkj | October 15, 2012, 4:10 pmI heart the LXX.
Posted by Brian Davidson | October 15, 2012, 3:07 pmTweeted and Facebooked. Sign me up twice!
Posted by Brian Davidson | October 15, 2012, 3:11 pmOooh, this looks nice. I did some work on the LXX translation of Amos and Habakkuk in Seminary.
Posted by bubaflub | October 15, 2012, 3:12 pmOh my goodness. I feel really dumb. That’s all.
Posted by Bethychicken | October 15, 2012, 5:57 pmI love LXX studies! Can’t wait to read this at some point in the future.
Posted by Melissa Fitzpatrick | October 15, 2012, 5:27 pmFYI: Just posted your link on Twitter.
Posted by Melissa Fitzpatrick | October 15, 2012, 5:32 pmHello! I love LXX studies. Currently in an LXX class this semester – it’s been fascinating.
Also, my birthday is on Oct. 21 so winning would make it a very happy birthday!
Posted by jessica parks | October 15, 2012, 5:46 pmReally, this would be for my husband. He’d flip out if I present this to him. As far as World Series. Super Bowl would be so cool if the Redskins went and maybe beat the Cowboys or Giants.
Posted by Sharon Weldon | October 15, 2012, 6:13 pmPS: posting to FB and Twitter
Posted by Sharon Weldon | October 15, 2012, 6:14 pmI look forward to exploring this book. I hope to write a dissertation on the use of the Book of the Twelve in the NT, so this is a welcomed addition.
I tweeted and Facebooked so sign me up twice.
Posted by Andrew King | October 15, 2012, 7:00 pmAn opportunity to learn and dive deeper into God’s Word always makes my heart pitter-patter.
Posted by Rhonda McClellan | October 15, 2012, 7:26 pmWould love to add this to my study library!
Posted by Jen in TX | October 15, 2012, 10:31 pmGreat offer! LXX studies are fascinating!
Posted by Dan Maketansky | October 15, 2012, 10:53 pmjust posted this on facebook! I want two chances to win!
Posted by Dan Maketansky | October 15, 2012, 10:55 pmWhat an amazing opportunity….I don’t have much luck with giveaways, but after reading the author’s description I am very interested in reading whether I win the free copy or not.
Posted by Christy Vines | October 16, 2012, 1:19 amAlso shared on twitter
Posted by Christy Vines | October 16, 2012, 1:20 amI would be very interested in this book! I love studying the prophets, and I need to expand my studies outside of the Hebrew text to include the LXX as well!
Posted by hamiltonmj1983 | October 16, 2012, 6:17 pmTweet’d!
Posted by hamiltonmj1983 | October 16, 2012, 6:17 pmAm I still in time to bid for this? Myrto is a good friend and I’d love to read her work – I do lots in NT authors’ appropriation of the OT.
Posted by Steve Walton | October 17, 2012, 6:23 pmNot too late, Steve! Contest runs through Sunday–I’ll announce the winner then. Sharing on Facebook, Twitter, etc. (and coming back to comment that you did) gains you another entry.
Posted by abramkj | October 17, 2012, 7:43 pmI would love to have a copy of it! I found your FB Page so I’m following you there now too.
Posted by Shore Community Church | October 18, 2012, 6:32 amI’m working on an article on LXX-Zechariah. Interested.
Posted by byron g. curtis | October 20, 2012, 12:18 amThe winner is announced. http://abramkj.wordpress.com/2012/10/21/septuagint-sunday-congratulations-to/
Posted by abramkj | October 21, 2012, 3:54 pmI love studying the prophets. Hope I win!!!
Posted by Roy R. Hartzler | December 8, 2012, 10:49 amI just put a post to your link on Facebook.
Posted by Roy R. Hartzler | December 8, 2012, 10:53 amThanks, Roy! Sorry you missed it–the contest has actually ended. But another giveaway will be coming before Christmas!
Posted by abramkj | December 8, 2012, 10:56 am