[PDF] Highlights Of The Old Testament History eBook

Author : John H. Sailhamer
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 35,49 MB
Release : 2010-12-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0310877571

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In brief sections, this book gives an overview of the Old Testament of the Bible—from the primeval history to the period after the Babylonian captivity. When busy people want to know more about the Bible and the Christian faith, the Zondervan Quick-Reference Library offers an instant information alternative in a manageable length. Covering the basics of the faith and Bible knowledge in an easy-to-use format, this series helps new Christians and seasoned believers alike find answers to their questions about Christianity and the Bible. The information in Old Testament History is presented in units of one or two pages, so that each section can be read in a few minutes, covering: The creation account. The patriarchal history. The Exodus and Israel in the desert. The Judges and the united monarchy. The divided kingdoms. The Babylonian exile. The Intertestamental period. The Zondervan Quick-Reference Library makes important knowledge affordable, accessible, and easy to understand for busy people who don’t have a lot of time to read or study.

Author : Bruce W. Gore
Publisher : Trafford on Demand Pub
Page : 640 pages
File Size : 31,31 MB
Release : 2010-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9781426943591

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Take in the full history of the Bible with a detailed account that focuses on its major empires, events and personalities. Written by a religious scholar who has taught at high school, college and adult levels, this historical exploration is organized around the major civilizations and epochs of the ancient world, beginning with Sumer and ending with Rome. Author Bruce W. Gore provides a thorough overview of major empires, such as the Assyrians or Babylonians, as well as more modest civilizations, such as the Phoenicians or Hittites. Learn how Cyrus the Persian, Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, and others changed the course of Christianity. In the course of historical exploration, this account also examines questions that may have puzzled readers of the Bible in the past: * Who was Sennacherib? * To which Assyrian king did Jonah preach, and did this make any difference in history? * What did the eight night visions of Zechariah mean in light of the rule of Darius the Persian? Study the Bible with an eye on its ancient setting and develop an understanding of its key people, places and civilizations with Historical and Chronological Context of the Bible.

Author : Wilbur Fields
Publisher : College Press
Page : 678 pages
File Size : 49,96 MB
Release : 1996
Category : History
ISBN : 9780899006468

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Mr. Fields has been a professor of Old Testament History and Archaeology at Ozark Christian College for 35 years. Adopted by Bible Colleges across America, this outstanding overview of the Old Testament will help you understand and apply its rich teachings to your life. The format is designed to help teachers present God's historical plan to their students. It is also a great resource for personal study. This edition has been rewritten, expanded, and updated. Now using the New International Version for the Bible text, the "New" Old Testament History is easily readable and understandable.

Author : David Pawson
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 985 pages
File Size : 48,98 MB
Release : 2012-06-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0007378920

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David Pawson presents a unique overview of both the Old and New Testaments.

Author : Ray C. Stedman
Publisher :
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 37,45 MB
Release : 2013-07-16
Category :
ISBN : 9781932017625

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Highlights of the Old Testament briefly looks at each book of the Old Testament-- its overall message, how it relates to the other books of the Bible, and what it reveals about God and His great plan. Part 1: History covers the five books of law (the Pentateuch)-- Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy, and the twelve books of history--Joshua, Judges, Ruth, 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 & 2 Kings, 1 & 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah and Esther. Throughout these books God's holiness, righteousness, justice, mercy, and love are revealed. If your heart and mind are open, you will come to better know Him who loved us and sent His Son to save us.

Author : John Barton
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 642 pages
File Size : 46,54 MB
Release : 2020-08-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0143111205

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A literary history of our most influential book of all time, by an Oxford scholar and Anglican priest In our culture, the Bible is monolithic: It is a collection of books that has been unchanged and unchallenged since the earliest days of the Christian church. The idea of the Bible as "Holy Scripture," a non-negotiable authority straight from God, has prevailed in Western society for some time. And while it provides a firm foundation for centuries of Christian teaching, it denies the depth, variety, and richness of this fascinating text. In A History of the Bible, John Barton argues that the Bible is not a prescription to a complete, fixed religious system, but rather a product of a long and intriguing process, which has inspired Judaism and Christianity, but still does not describe the whole of either religion. Barton shows how the Bible is indeed an important source of religious insight for Jews and Christians alike, yet argues that it must be read in its historical context--from its beginnings in myth and folklore to its many interpretations throughout the centuries. It is a book full of narratives, laws, proverbs, prophecies, poems, and letters, each with their own character and origin stories. Barton explains how and by whom these disparate pieces were written, how they were canonized (and which ones weren't), and how they were assembled, disseminated, and interpreted around the world--and, importantly, to what effect. Ultimately, A History of the Bible argues that a thorough understanding of the history and context of its writing encourages religious communities to move away from the Bible's literal wording--which is impossible to determine--and focus instead on the broader meanings of scripture.

Author : Alfred Edersheim
Publisher : Ravenio Books
Page : 1554 pages
File Size : 24,3 MB
Release : 2013-06-30
Category : Religion
ISBN :

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Alfred Edersheim (1825 – 1889) was a Jewish convert to Christianity, a Presbyterian and Anglican minister, and a Biblical scholar. He is remembered for his works The Temple: its Ministry and Services as they were in the Time of Jesus Christ, Sketches of Jewish Social Life in the days of Christ, The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah, and his history of the Old Testament.

Author : David M. Howard Jr.
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 10,11 MB
Release : 2007-08-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1575674475

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Rich rewards await readers who dig deep into the historical books of the Old Testament. Incredible events, amazing love stories, larger-than-life personalities and deep theological implications and themes are just part of the t treasure that awaits readers of Joshua, Judges, Ruth, 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 & 2 Kings, 1 & 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther. These books tell the story of the nation of Israel and the God who loves her, punishes her, and always brings this recalcitrant people back to Himself. It is really the story of all of us. David M. Howard Jr. provides an in-depth introduction to the Old Testament historical books, focusing first on the overarching themes of historical narrative in general. He then turns his attention to each book. From the conquest of Canaan to the fall of Jerusalem, from war to peace and back to war, from kings and queens to farmers and housewives--David Howard covers it all in this invaluable introduction to the Old Testament historical books.

Author : Jonathan S. Greer
Publisher : Baker Academic
Page : 1010 pages
File Size : 31,87 MB
Release : 2018-11-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1493415549

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This authoritative volume brings together a team of world-class scholars to cover the full range of Old Testament backgrounds studies in a concise, up-to-date, and comprehensive manner. With expertise in various subdisciplines of Old Testament backgrounds, the authors illuminate the cultural, social, and historical contexts of the world behind the Old Testament. They introduce readers to a wide range of background materials, covering history, geography, archaeology, and ancient Near Eastern textual and iconographic studies. Meant to be used alongside traditional literature-based canonical surveys, this one-stop introduction to Old Testament backgrounds fills a gap in typical introduction to the Bible courses. It contains over 100 illustrations, including photographs, line drawings, maps, charts, and tables, which will facilitate its use in the classroom.