Genesis: Translation and Commentary for All

In between the opening and closing images, come many of the seminal stories in Genesis: Adam and Eve's expulsion from the garden of Eden, Cain's murder of Abel, Noah and the Flood, the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, Abraham's binding of Isaac, the covenant of God and Abraham, Isaac's blessing of Jacob in place of Esau, and the saga of Joseph and his brothers. Alter's insightful, fully informed commentary illuminates the book in all its dimensions.

Genesis, as Fagles suggests, is the Genesis for our generation and beyond. Its timeless narratives continue to captivate and inspire readers, offering insights into the human condition and the enduring relationship between the divine and the mortal. Alter's masterful translation brings these ancient stories to life, preserving their power and relevance for contemporary audiences. Through his careful rendering of the original Hebrew, Alter ensures that the literary artistry and theological depth of Genesis are fully conveyed, inviting readers to engage deeply with this foundational text of Western civilization.

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