The Old Testament, a collection of thirty-nine books, carries God's message to the people of Israel and continues to inspire us today. The New International Commentary on the Old Testament (NICOT) series aims to make these ancient texts more accessible and relevant to modern readers. By bridging the cultural gap between today's world and ancient Israel, this series helps us understand God's word more clearly.

NICOT is a valuable resource for scholars, pastors, and serious Bible students, offering fresh insights into familiar biblical texts. The contributors, who are experienced teachers and scholars, present their research in an engaging way. Each commentary begins with an introduction to the biblical book, covering its background, authorship, date, purpose, structure, and theology. A select bibliography is also provided for further study.

The commentary includes the author's own translation from Hebrew and offers verse-by-verse analysis. It balances technical discussions, such as textual criticism, with explanations of the biblical writer's theology and its relevance to faith today.