Digital Logos Edition
In a concise yet authoritative introduction, George C. M. Douglas discusses the issues of authorship, dating, and geography that influence our understanding of the book of Joshua, shedding light on the origins of this ancient text. Douglas’ work includes an in-depth verse-by-verse commentary that explores the book in the context of its historical roots—as well as questions for further study and devotional purposes.
This volume is essential for students, scholars, pastors, historians, teachers of the Bible, and anyone else studying the book of Joshua. With Logos Bible Software, the volume is completely searchable—Scripture passages appear on mouse-over, linking to your favorite Bible translation—Greek, Latin, or English. Perform powerful searches by topic or Scripture reference—finding, for example, every mention of “courageous” or “land,” making the text more powerful and easier to access than ever before.
George C. M. Douglas (1826–1904) was educated at the University of Glasgow and at New College in Edinburgh before becoming pastor at Bridge of Weir from 1852 to 1857. Douglas later became professor of Hebrew at Free Church College in Glasgow, Scotland. Douglas’ familiarity with German, French, and English gave him a wide scope of understanding for his various works including The Book of Judges, Isaiah One, The Book of Jeremiah, and The Six Intermediate Minor Prophets.