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In Folder: Annual Moore College Lectures
Webb answers questions from earlier talks on Ruth and Ecclesiastes. Webb looks at the theme of deliverance in Esther. He looks at the shape and development of the book as a whole, independent of other texts. He explains that there is a longer version of the book. 1. Plot 2. Jews in exile 3. Other versions of the Esther account 4. How the Jews view and interact with God - appealing to the power. 5. How the world views the Jews 6. Distinctive features in the story
1998
Webb speaks on Lamentations. He gives an overview of the structure of the book. Webb then expounds each poem. Lecture 3
1998
Webb answers questions from the first lecture. Webb gives an overview of the structure of the book. He then expounds the book chapter by chapter. lWebb starts with the major theme - the reversal of Naiomi's position. Webb then looks at the importance of the names in Ruth, and why they are used. He examines Ruth's actions in contrast to Orpha, and Boaz's actions in caring for Ruth and Naiomi. Webb shows that God has delivered both women, including in the birth of Obed. Webb speaks on the book of Ruth within the canon of the Old Testament, and within the Old Testament law. Talk is followed by questions.
1998
