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"The more we understand how Scripture came to be, the more we discover its power and truth. Unpacking how the history of the Bible bolsters our faith, historian Susan Lim explains how Christians came to accept certain documents as inspired and how the books we now call the Bible came to be assembled and canonized as authoritative"--
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Strange but True Bible Facts
Did you know:
• that King David swore like a sailor?
• that the Book of Ecclesiastes encourages drinking, especially beer?
• that mandrakes were the biblical equivalent of Viagra®?
• that the law of Moses prescribes bikini waxing?
• that Joseph's "coat of many colors" might have actually been a dress?
• that Eve might have been created, not from Adam's rib, but from something a little lower down?
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Isaiah's servant songs reveal a true and better Adam
In Charged with the Glory of God, Caroline Batchelder provides a synchronic, theological, and canonical reading of the four Servant Songs in Isaiah (42:1–9; 49:1–13; 50:3–11; 52:13–53:12), showing how they relate to one another and the message of the prophetic book.
Reading Isaiah as a compositional unity in conversation with other texts such as Genesis results in a coherent presentation...
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When Christians approach studying the book of Daniel, they most commonly think about beasts and complex prophecies. But what is the value of the stories from the first half of the book?
Dr. Terrell Carter takes a look at these stories and what they tell us about God and ourselves, about living in horrible situations, and responding to unimagined pressure and hardship. How does one maintain a strong relationship with God while living in a land and...
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The Book of Judges in the Bible primarily focuses on the period of Israel's history after Joshua's death, detailing the cycle of apostasy, oppression, repentance, and deliverance. The narrative introduces various judges, such as Deborah, Gideon, and Samson, who play key roles in leading the Israelites during times of crisis. Judges underscores the consequences of disobedience and the need for divine intervention. It explores themes of faithfulness,...
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During the eighth century BC, the Northern Kingdom of Israel experienced a period of unprecedented economic growth. But this financial boom wasn't enough for Israel's elite. To increase their already robust profits and fund their already upscale lifestyles, they leveraged their powerful positions to exploit their poor neighbors. They often did so under the guise of worship. Their actions violated God's laws, trampled God's people, and defamed God's...
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"Genesis Decoded: Unveiling the Mysteries of the First Book of the Bible"In "Genesis Decoded," embark on a profound journey of spiritual exploration and biblical understanding as we delve into the timeless wisdom and mysteries of the Book of Genesis. This captivating and enlightening work invites readers to uncover the profound depths of this foundational scripture, shedding light on its hidden truths and timeless relevance.As we journey through the...
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Donald Gowan offers a unified reading of the prophetic books, showing that each has a distinctive contribution to make to a central theme. These books--Isaiah through Malachi--respond to three key moments in Israel's history: the end of the Northern Kingdom in 722 BCE, the end of the Southern Kingdom in 587 BCE, and the beginning of the restoration from the Babylonian exile in 538 BCE. Gowan traces the theme of death and resurrection throughout these...
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A fresh window on Isaiah studies today
Representing the highest echelon of Isaiah studies, this volume explores distinct issues that arise from the critical study of the text of Isaiah. The contributors acknowledge and comment on the exegetical contributions of distinguished biblical scholar Joseph Blenkinsopp, providing distinction and coherence to the collection.
The publication between 2000 and 2004 of Blenkinsopp's 3-volume Anchor Bible commentary...
14) 1 Samuel
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These first four study guides in a 16-volume set from noted Bible scholar John MacArthur take readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and then reflecting on the explored passage or concept. With probing questions that guide the reader toward application, as well as ample space for journaling, The MacArthur Bible Studies are an invaluable tool for Bible students of all...
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Rebecca Scharbach Wollenberg is assistant professor of Judaic studies at the University of Michigan.
A groundbreaking reinterpretation of early Judaism, during the millennium before the study of the Bible took center stage
Early Judaism is often described as the religion of the book par excellence-a movement built around the study of the Bible and steeped in a culture of sacred bookishness that evolved from an unrelenting focus on a canonical text....
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Fensham's study on the Books of Ezra and Nehemiah is a contribution to The New International Commentary on the Old Testament. Like its companion series on the New Testament, this commentary devotes considerable care to achieving a balance between technical information and homiletic-devotional interpretation.
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The close-knit bond between prophecy and history, according to O. Palmer Robertson, becomes particularly clear through the study of Nahum, Habakkuk, and Zephaniah. As the historical context of their messages is explored, it becomes ever more apparent that biblical history - in addition to providing the context for prophecy - actually embodies and functions as prophecy. The events that occurred to Judah and its neighbors spoke in anticipation of world-shaking...
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The Old Testament is a formidable book, a historic journey moving from creation, through the time of Noah and the flood to Abraham and his descendants, Moses and the children of Israel, high priests, judges, kings, and the spoken words of God through the prophets. In my studies of the books of the Old Testament, I find that God's purpose and revelations are obscured with pages and pages of detail that makes for cumbersome reading and a somewhat distant...
19) Ruth and Esther
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These study guides, part of a 16-volume set from noted Bible scholar John MacArthur, take readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and then reflecting on the explored passage or concept. With probing questions that guide the reader toward application, as well as ample space for journaling, The MacArthur Bible Studies are an invaluable tool for Bible Students of all ages....
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The book of Numbers tells a story that has two main characters -God and Israel. The way the story is told sounds odd and often harsh to readers today. In spite of the difficulties imposed by Numbers on today's readers, the main point of the book is of immense importance for God's people in any age: exact obedience to God is crucial.
This comprehensive and erudite commentary -resulting from nearly a decade of study of Numbers by Timothy Ashley -presents...
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