The Century Bible: I & II Samuel. Introductions, Revised Version with Notes, Index and Map

Author Kennedy, A. R. S. (Editor) Title The Century Bible: I & II Samuel. Introductions, Revised Version with Notes, Index and Map Publication Details Edinburgh: T.C. & E.C. Jack, circa 1900s. Printed by permission of the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. Condition Very Good. Original publisher's binding in very good condition with minimal shelf wear commensurate with age. Binding remains sound and secure. Internally clean and well preserved. Ownership inscription and Ex Libris bookplate of Reverend Dr David Monkton to the front endpaper. Pages are generally bright and clean, with the text, notes, index and map remaining highly presentable. Description A handsome volume from the highly regarded Century Bible series, presenting the Books of I & II Samuel with scholarly introductions, the Revised Version text, extensive explanatory notes, an index and map. Edited by the distinguished biblical scholar Archibald Robert Stirling Kennedy (1864–1936), Professor of Hebrew and Semitic Languages at the University of Edinburgh and one of the foremost Old Testament scholars of his generation, this work represents an important contribution to early twentieth-century biblical scholarship. The Century Bible series sought to make contemporary biblical scholarship accessible to clergy, students and lay readers alike, combining rigorous academic research with practical usefulness. Kennedy's commentary reflects the critical and historical approaches that transformed biblical studies during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries while remaining accessible to ministers, theological students and serious readers of Scripture. The Books of Samuel rank among the most compelling narratives in the Hebrew Bible, chronicling the transition of Israel from a loose tribal confederation to a united monarchy. They contain the memorable accounts of Samuel, Saul and King David, including some of the most dramatic episodes in biblical history: the anointing of David, the defeat of Goliath, the rivalry between Saul and David, and the establishment of the Davidic kingdom. Kennedy explores the historical background, literary development and theological significance of these narratives, providing valuable insight into one of the foundational texts of Jewish and Christian tradition. This volume benefits from distinguished ecclesiastical provenance, having formed part of the personal library of Reverend Dr David Monkton (1932–2025), whose ownership inscription and Ex Libris bookplate are present. Dr Monkton devoted more than half a century to Christian ministry and theological scholarship, serving as a Methodist minister and later as a Supernumerary Presbyter within the Nottingham and Derby Methodist District. He was also active as a police chaplain and contributed to public discussion of faith through published articles and commentary. The book therefore comes from the collection of a lifelong clergyman, preacher and scholar whose vocation was dedicated to the study, interpretation and communication of Scripture. Such provenance is particularly fitting for a work centred on prophetic leadership, kingship and divine calling, themes that have occupied theologians and ministers for centuries. The presence of Dr Monkton's ownership inscription and bookplate significantly enhances the historical interest and appeal of the volume. An attractive and increasingly desirable example of early twentieth-century biblical scholarship and a worthy addition to collections of theology, biblical studies, church history, Old Testament studies and ecclesiastical provenance. Provenance From the library of Reverend Dr David Monkton (1932–2025), Methodist minister, theologian, police chaplain and Supernumerary Presbyter, with ownership inscription and Ex Libris bookplate.…