The way in which the Old Testament speaks about God may be alien and even frightening to the average reader of the Bible. The God who hides himself in anger, executes revenge, and who in jealousy outpours wrath and judgement - who is he?

Eric Peels looks at the 'shadow sides' of God in the Old Testament, showing how they are necessary for a right understanding of God.

Many people do not know how to handle these 'shadow sides' of the Old Testament revelation of God. These things may even become an obstacle to faith. Is this the same God as the One who is our salvation, light and life? This accessible book is written for all those stumble or who have ever stumbled over questions like these. It encourages us to read the Bible 'from within' and leads us to a deeper spiritual understanding of the 'shadow sides' of God in the Old Testament.