Abraham: The Story of a Life

In this discursive commentary Joseph Blenkinsopp explores the story of Abraham — iconic ancestor of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam — as told in Genesis 11-25. Presented in continuous discussion rather than in verse-by-verse form, Blenkinsopp’s commentary focuses on the literary and theological artistry of the narrative as a whole.

Blenkinsopp discussses a range of issues raised in the Abraham saga, including confirmation of God’s promises, Isaac’s sacrifice and the death of Jesus, and Abra...