Who Wrote the Bible? : a Book for the People

Name: Who Wrote the Bible? : a Book for the People
Author: Washington Gladden

By Washington Gladden

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About This Book

A concise, popular survey outlines scholarly views on the Bible's literary history, examining Hebrew scriptures and New Testament writings as products of human composition, compilation, and editorial growth. It argues the Pentateuch combines multiple sources (notably Elohistic and Jehovistic strands) with a Mosaic core, evaluates oral versus written origins, traces the development of Hebrew histories, prophecy, and poetical books, and considers how New Testament texts and the Gospels arose and were collected. Attention is given to processes of preservation, transmission, translation, and canon formation while acknowledging claims of supernatural inspiration alongside a distinct natural history of the texts.

About the Author

Washington Gladden

Washington Gladden was an American clergyman and author known for his influential writings on social ethics and religion during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He played a significant role in the Social Gospel movement, advocating for the application of Christian principles to social issues. Gladden's notable works include "The Church and Modern Life," where he explores the relationship between faith and contemporary societal challenges, and "Who Wrote the Bible? : a Book for the People," which addresses biblical authorship in an accessible manner. His contributions to literature reflect a commitment to integrating faith with social justice.