The Holy City: Jerusalem in the Theology of the Old Testament - Softcover

This readable study can be used by students and teachers, pilgrims and pastors, Bible study groups and all who pray for the peace of Jerusalem.Alviero Niccacci, O.F.M., Studium Biblicum Franciscanum, Jerusalem

In this fascinating and well-written book, Fr. Hoppe provides a wealth of information on the place of Jerusalem in the theology of the Old Testament. . . . This important book fills a lacuna; it will prove valuable in both upper-level undergraduate courses and graduate classes.Deidre Dempsey, Marquette University

This book is written for a general readership. It is accessible to the nonspecialist as well as to scholars who are seeking a general overview of perceptions concerning Jerusalem in the Old Testament.The Catholic Biblical Quarterly

The Holy City offers a very sound and sensitive perception of the place of Jerusalem in Israel's developing theological consciousness. The survey method provides a good introduction for students and scholars alike with further references given for those seeking greater depth.Australian Biblical Review

The Holy City begins with a review of the place of Jerusalem in the three Abrahamic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Each of these is, in some way, an heir and reinterpreted of the religion of ancient Israel. This book proves the place of Jerusalem according to the religious traditions of ancient Israel as preserved in the Old Testament and some early Jewish texts.