When I did my Bible College studies a few years ago one of the books I came across was Allan Harman’s “Learning about the Old Testament”. It was one of the books used for Old Testament Introduction.

The author Allan Harman is Principal and Old Testament Professor at Presbyterian Theological College in Melbourne, Australia. Here’s a look at the blurb…

How does the Old Testament relate to your faith? Is it just a repository of thrilling stories and strange rules which have been superceded by the New Testament? Or is it a source of guidance and learning that gives us a vibrant Christian life? Allan Harman here explains many different aspects of the Old Testament, particularly the importance of covenant in God’s relations with humanity. This is seen at Creation, and with Noah and Abraham. He also covers the history of Israel, looking at the exodus and the covenant instituted at Sinai. In particular, he shows how the Messiah is anticipated. Surveys are also given of what it meant to be a ruler or king in Israel as well as a prophet and a poet.

Although Professor Harman is an academic, this book is written in very plain English and is very easy to read. It gives a very good overview of the Old Testament in 112 pages. I am not a huge reader but was able to read it in two fairly short sittings.

If you are a Christian and wanting to know more about the Old Testament, this book will help you to get a really good overview in a short time. I found it really helped me to understand God’s covenant relationship with mankind and His deep love and concern for us all.

The best thing of all is it is available online at Koorong for only A$3.50. You can find it here.

God Bless,

Dave