Genesis 4:17-26

The Enuma Elish is a Babylonian creation myth etched on seven clay tablets, recounting the struggle between cosmic order and chaos. It tells the story of Marduk, the patron deity of Babylon, who defeats the forces of chaos and establishes order in the world. The myth includes the creation of the heavens, earth, and humanity. The book, compiled and translated by L.W. King, includes detailed commentary, historical context, and comparisons with Hebrew scriptures. It also features additional Babylonian mythological accounts and an afterword discussing the impact of ancient Near Eastern mythology on the Hebrew Bible.

This commentary, part of the Word Biblical Commentary series, offers an in-depth treatment of 1 Peter. J. Ramsey Michaels examines the historical context and social crises that led to the writing of this epistle, analyzing textual problems and drawing out implications for contemporary life. The commentary emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and theological evidence, providing judicious and balanced insights into the meanings of the text within the framework of biblical theology.