Judges and Ruth

Bringing to life the world portrayed in the stories in Judges and Ruth, this commentary offers readers an "insider" perspective on the narratives. After establishing a cultural and literary context, Victor Matthews analyzes each episode separately and as a whole.

Part I. The Book of Judges: 1. Introduction; 2. Suggested reading list; 3. Commentary; Part II. The Book of Ruth: 1. Introduction; 2. Suggested reading list; 3. Commentary.