Davies, G.I. — Hosea: Based on the New Revised Standard Version (New Century Bible Commentary)

Grand Rapids, Eerdmans Publushing Co., 1992. 315 pp., Fine copy. Paperback. Scholars disagree about the meaning of the teachings of the Old Testament prophet Hosea. Taking into account the variety of current views, Davies' commentary on Hosea is based on a thorough study of Hebrew texts, ancient translations, and archaelogical evidence. Davies stresses Hosea's new interpretations of Biblical traditions and draws attention to the treatment of the prophet's sayings in ancient Israel, the Dead Sea Scrolls, and the New Testament.