Download or read book Mikra written by M. J. Mulder and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How did the biblical books develop into Mikra, or holy Scripture? How did this unique text give rise to such a wealth of interpretations? In this expansive volume, nearly two dozen expert scholars elucidate the origins of the Hebrew Bible, the history of its composition, its acceptance by various groups, and its earliest translations, helping scholars and laymen alike better understand the complicated connections between ancient Judaism and early Christianity.