The Rev. Dr. David Instone-Brewer is a research fellow at Tyndale House, a research library in biblical studies located in Cambridge, England. He previously served as a Baptist minister. He is now engaged in a five-year project to identify and explain rabbinic traditions before A.D. 70. Previous publications include Techniques and Assumptions in Jewish Exegesis Before 70 C.E. (Mohr, 1992), Divorce and Remarriage in the Bible (Eerdmans, 2002), Divorce and Remarriage in the Church (Paternoster, 2003) and Traditions of the Rabbis from the Era of the New Testament (Eerdmans, 2004). In his free time, he enjoys writing computer programs.
"Based on scholarly research, this book offers pastors, counselors
and laypersons a coherent biblical understanding of divorce and
remarriage. A valuable aspect of the book is that it can be read at
several levels--discerning readers will appreciate the wealth of
evidence that allows them to reach their own conclusions, while
those interested in 'the bottom line' will find the author's
summary principles on divorce and remarriage most helpful. A
summary chapter gives helpful suggestions and questions especially
useful for small group discussions. I look forward to using this
most excellent book in my D.Min. family ministry class."--Jack
Balswick, Professor of Sociology and Family Development, Fuller
Theological Seminary
"David Instone-Brewer is one of today's foremost scholars on
first-century Judaism and its bearing on the New Testament. In this
book he blends his academic expertise with pastoral concern; he
sorts through most of the toughest issues with both intellectual
rigor and Christian compassion. His persuasive work on this subject
has already had far-reaching influence."--Craig S. Keener,
Professor of New Testament, Palmer Theological Seminary, Eastern
University
"The next time I teach or counsel on divorce and remarriage I'm
heading straight for this book. Not only does it make the biblical
texts clear, it makes it clear how to teach them."--Dave Hansen,
Kenwood Baptist Church, Cincinnati, Ohio
"This is definitely the best and most compelling work I have read
on the controversial subject of divorce and remarriage. Dr.
Instone-Brewer marshals evidence from rabbinic literature, the Dead
Sea Scrolls and other ancient texts to demonstrate the conclusion
that the Bible permits (not 'commands' but 'permits') divorce on
the grounds of adultery (or sexual immorality of any kind), neglect
or abuse. Neglect includes desertion and the failure to provide
food, clothing and conjugal love. The author is also very practical
and helpful as he deals with specific real-life cases. I highly
recommend this work."--Dr. Kenneth L. Barker, former secretary of
the NIV Committee for Bible Translation
"With fresh insights from ancient sources, Dr. David Instone-Brewer
takes a deep yet engaging look at this timely topic. He writes with
a scholar's mind and a pastor's heart. Clergy, counselors and
church councils should read this book and then thoughtfully reflect
upon his conclusions regarding a biblical perspective on divorce
and remarriage. People who are thinking about marriage, divorce and
remarriage should also read this book as it offers both hope and
challenge."--Virginia Todd Holeman, Professor of Counseling, Asbury
Theological Seminary
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