A translator for the old testament section of the new international version dr wolf is the author of a number of books including haggai and malachi in the everymans bible commentary series an introduction to the old testament pentateuch and interpreting isaiah as well as numerous journal magazine and encyclopedia articles. Introduction to the old testament pentateuch by herbert m wolf 370 rating details 92 ratings 8 reviews in the pentateuch one finds all the themes that would later be expanded upon by other inspired writers you will learn how these books reveal gods character and requirements for a relationship with him. The bibliography for the introduction to the pentateuch as well as for genesis exodus leviticus numbers and deuteronomy is presented at the end of this article the pentateuch the first five books of the bible the first five books of the bible both hebrew and christian are foundational to all of scripture and rank as one of the most important portions of the word of god wolf 199117. The pentateuch genesis exodus leviticus numbers deuteronomy are the vital first books in the bible understanding the scope meaning and events of these five books is integral to understanding the whole of scripture that followsold testament expert herbert wolf provides layreaders and scholars alike with a strong undergirding of understanding and knowledge in this introduction that