The Lost World of the Flood

Mythology, Theology, and the Deluge Debate

De: Tremper Longman III, John H. Walton, Stephen O. Moshier - contributor

Narrado por: Adam Verner

"The flood continued forty days on the earth; and the waters increased, and bore up the ark, and it rose high above the earth . . . and the ark floated on the face of the waters." (Gen 6:17-18 NRSV)

In our modern age the Genesis flood account has been probed and analyzed for answers to scientific, apologetic, and historical questions. It is a text that has called forth flood geology, fueled searches for remnants of the ark on Mount Ararat, and inspired a full-size replica of Noah's ark in a biblical theme park. Some claim that the very veracity of Scripture hinges on a particular reading of the flood narrative. But do we understand what we are reading? Longman and Walton urge us to hit the pause button and ask, what might the biblical author have been saying to his ancient audience?

As with other books in the Lost World series, The Lost World of the Flood is an informative and enlightening journey toward a more responsible reading of a timeless biblical narrative.

©2018 Tremper Longman III and John H. Walton (P)2019 Tantor

For open minded readers

Lots of food for thought! Approach the content with an open mind and you will be rewarded with fresh insights.

Great book explaining the Biblical flood account

This book in one in a series of books which enable believers and nonbelievers to take the Bible seriously but not literally. It highlights where Christians throughout time have misinterpreted the Bible and God and invited ridicule by trying to make the Bible says things that was never intended. A huge thank you to the authors.

Very "Scientific"

The authors seem to focus more on science and other ANE writings than the Bible itself. The theories presented are, I believe possible, while the authors portray them as more than just theory. The reference to ANE writings was overwhelming, it seems they spent more time talking about those than the Bible toward the middle of the book. Overall the theories presented was intriguing and interesting enough to make me want to research them more. The book does a wonderful job not putting down one belief or another. While you can tell it leans a specific way it does not insult the other ways. I do encourage anyone reading/listening to this book to have an open mind otherwise you may just get "offended" by the suggested theories.

Intriguing

Interesting perspective on the Biblical account of the flood

Comprehensive flood ancient story

Food for thought for serious believers and unbelievers alike

Wonderful overview of original context

Walton does an incredible job at explaining the ancient near east context. This has greatly increased my understanding of the purpose of the flood narrative.

Great book, but probably wouldn't convert.

I liked the book, bought into it, but I don't believe it would have convert anyone who wasn't already part of the way there. Must read other Lost World books to fully grasp this one.

Definitely worth the read/listen

Don’t agree with every conclusion or even assumption or “fact” put forth but this needs to be part of the conversation. Good job!

Literarily or Literally?

As our understanding in science, history, and ancient civilizations progresses through discovery and serious scholarship, the question of whether we should take the Bible literally or literarily is always going to surface. The Bible is a literary masterpiece and cannot be continued to be distorted into literal understandings without serious consequence. Those that blindly hold to literal readings choose to be ignorant of incredible scholarship and insight into the message the Bible actually expresses. This book is another well defended nail in the coffin of the perspective that the Bible should be ripped from its context and be treated as a modern accounting of history or science. Poetry and polemic are a much more accurate depiction of what it's pages contain. Instead of losing meaning or impact, understanding it in its natural context amplifies the Gospel and the Good Nature of God. Thank you to the writers for adding another "Lost World" book to further the understanding of the Text so near to our hearts. Great read, wonderful arguments, and serious critique without being disrespectful. Recommended.

An excellent well studied book

This book looks at multiple views and allows science to be used in a balanced manner. if you are willing to see a view that is driven by Scripture and allows science to not be thrown out, then you would be blessed by this book.

pretty good

Interesting and helpful in developing a broader understanding of the flood story. I found the lost world of Genesis 1 both more compelling and better narrated though.