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050		4	_aBS
100	1		_aDavidson, Samuel, _d1806-1898
245	1	4	_aThe Canon of the Bible
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2009-09-29
520			_a"The Canon of the Bible" by Samuel Davidson is a scholarly examination of the formation, history, and fluctuations of the Biblical canon, written in the late 19th century. The work seeks to provide a comprehensive and unbiased analysis of how the canon of both the Old and New Testaments developed over time, particularly in response to various critical perspectives. Davidson emphasizes the importance of understanding the diverse contexts and interpretations that have shaped the scriptures. The opening of the work presents a detailed preface where Davidson outlines his purpose and methodology for discussing the biblical canon. He criticizes the apologetic and conservative approaches of some prior writings on the subject, insisting on a more scientific and impartial examination. Davidson explains key terms related to the canon, showing that their meanings have evolved and varied among different writers. He establishes a framework for discussing the Old Testament and New Testament canons, indicating a historical narrative that emphasizes changes in perception and acceptance of biblical texts throughout Jewish and early Christian history. The text sets up the foundation for a thorough investigation into how the canon was shaped and recognized over centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aBible -- Canon
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30132
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