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Frederick Carl Eiselen

1872–1937

A Methodist scholar and teacher who spent decades helping readers make sense of the Old Testament, he wrote clearly for both students and general audiences. His books reflect a lifelong interest in biblical history, interpretation, and Christian education.

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The Christian View of the Old Testament

The Christian View of the Old Testament

by Frederick Carl Eiselen

About the author

Born in Mundelsheim, Germany, on November 25, 1872, Frederick Carl Eiselen later built his career in the United States as a biblical scholar, educator, and Methodist leader. He studied in Germany before earning degrees from New York University, Drew Theological Seminary, and Columbia University.

Eiselen joined Garrett Biblical Institute in Evanston, Illinois, in 1902 as professor of Old Testament language and literature. He later served as dean and then president of the school, and from 1932 until his death he was Executive Secretary for the Board of Education of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

He was a prolific writer on the Bible and its history, with works including The Christian View of the Old Testament, The Books of the Pentateuch, The Psalms and Other Sacred Writings, and The Prophetic Books of the Old Testament. He also co-edited The Abingdon Bible Commentary. Eiselen died on May 5, 1937, in Evanston, Illinois.