The Rubin Edition Of The Prophets: Samuel 1 And 2 (Art Scroll Series)

Plot

You know and use the Stone Edition, which has become the standard English-language Chumash. But what about the rest of the Written Torah, the Prophets and the Writings? Where can we go for a sweeping understanding of the text, as understood by the Sages and the classic commentators ù presented in a way that makes it both accessible and enjoyable to scholar and layman alike? The first volume of the Rubin Edition ù Joshua/Judges ùprovided the answer. Thanks to the brilliance of the ArtScroll/Mesorah team of scholars and writers ù led by Rabbi Nosson Scherman ù the tradition continues, with The Rubin Edition of I Samuel and II Samuel in one volume. This translation and commentary on the Prophets is sweeping the English-speaking world, providing new dimensions of understanding and beauty. It not only brings the verses alive, it makes them speak to us ù in language, in outlook, in aspiration for spiritual growth. This outstanding new work has an unprecedented array of features: A highly regarded new English translation, firmly grounded in traditional sources A commentary culled from classic sources and presented gracefully and literately Newly set Hebrew commentaries of Rashi, Radak, and Metzudos Tzion and Dovid, so you can study on many levels Newly set, accurate Hebrew text of the Tanach Introductions and explanations of difficult concepts Lightweight, opaque, acid-free paper, for decades of use Gilded page heads Ribbon place-marker PERFECT FOR STUDENTS! Among the many topics in this volume are: l HannahÆs prayer l The emergence of Samuel l The destruction of Shilo l The mistaken demand for a king and SamuelÆs strong response l Saul, the first king l David ù the shepherd is anointed and kills Goliath l SaulÆs pursuit of flight l David and Jonathan l SaulÆs defeat and death l David becomes king l The Ark comes to Jerusalem l Bath-Sheba and Uriah l The rebellions of Absalem and Sheba ben Bichri l The Gibeonites grisly demand l DavidÆs magnificent songs l The tragic census l DavidÆs final battles l An overview on DavidÆs greatness