Chronology
The Collegeville Bible Time-Line by Call Number: BS635.2 .D69 1993
Annals of the World by
In this book's pages can be found the fascinating history of the ancient world from the Genesis creation through the destruction of the Jerusalem temple. Find Out: Why was Julius Caesar kidnapped in 75 B. C.' Why did Alexander the Great burn his ships in 326 B. C.' What really happened when the sun went backward as a sign to Hezekiah? What does secular history say about the darkness at the Crucifixion? The Annals of the World is a necessary addition to any church library, pastor s library, or any library public or personal. The entire text has been updated from 17th-century English to present-day vernacular language. Containing many human-interest stories from the original historical documents collected by Ussher, this is more than just a history book it s a work of history."
Call Number: D57 .U87 2003 Reference
Bible Web Sites
Background
Dictionary of New Testament Background by
Also available in print: BS2312 .D53 2000 LRC-R. This volume sets out for readers the wealth of Jewish and Greco-Roman background that should inform our reading and understanding of the New Testament and early Christianity. The dictionary takes full advantage of the flourishing study of the Dead Sea Scrolls and offers individual articles focused on the most important scrolls. In addition, the dictionary encompasses the fullness of second-temple Jewish writings, whether pseudepigraphic, rabbinic, parables, proverbs, histories or inscriptions. Articles abound on aspects of Jewish life and thought, including family, purity, liturgy and messianism. The full scope of Greco-Roman culture is displayed in articles ranging across language and rhetoric, literacy and book culture, religion and cults, honor and shame, patronage and benefactors, travel and trade, intellectual movements and ideas, and ancient geographical perspectives.
Call Number: Ebook CentralPublication Date: 2000
The IVP Bible Background Commentary by
Also available in print: BS2341.2 .K445 1993 Reference and Main
Call Number: EBSCO eBook Religion CollectionPublication Date: 2014
Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary by
Many today find the Old Testament a closed book. The cultural issues seem insurmountable and we are easily baffled by that which seems obscure. Furthermore, without knowledge of the ancient culture we can easily impose our own culture on the text, potentially distorting it. This series invites you to enter the Old Testament with a company of guides, experts that will give new insights into these cherished writings.Features include* Over 2000 photographs, drawings, maps, diagrams and charts provide a visual feast that breathes fresh life into the text.* Passage-by-passage commentary presents archaeological findings, historical explanations, geographic insights, notes on manners and customs, and more.* Analysis into the literature of the ancient Near East will open your eyes to new depths of understanding both familiar and unfamiliar passages. * Written by an international team of 30 specialists, all top scholars in background studies.
Call Number: BS1151.52 .Z66 2009 V.1-5ISBN: 9780310255727Publication Date: 2009-10-24
NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible: Bring to Life the Ancient World of Scripture by
You've heard many Bible stories hundreds of times, but how many behind-the-scenes details are you missing? Sometimes a little context is all you need to discover the rich meaning behind the stories of Scripture. That's what the NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible provides. Every page is packed with expert insight into the customs, culture, and literature of Bible times. These fascinating explanations will serve to clarify your study of the Scriptures, reinforcing your confidence and bringing difficult passages of Scripture into sharp focus. Discover new dimensions of insight to even the most familiar Bible passages as you take a behind-the-scenes tour into the ancient world.
Call Number: On Reserve (ask at the Circulation desk)Publication Date: 2016
NIV Cultural Background Study Bible by
"The NIV First-Century Study Bible was created to help you understand God's Word in its original cultural context. It introduces you to an ancient world vastly different from your own, but rich in valuable life lessons. This Bible is designed with great tools to help answer your questions about life in Bible times. As you dive in, you'll see how the ancient past holds applicable truths for life today. The NIV First-Century Study Bible includes fascinating articles from Pastor Kent Dobson, unpacking the culture of Bible times, illumin ating Scripture passages, and asking thoughtful questions along the way. Kent is the teaching pastor at Mars Hill Bible Church in Grandville, Michigan, where he initially served as the worship director. He has been featured on Biblical programs for the History Channel and the Discovery Channel. Kent fell in love with Biblical studies in Israel and had the privilege of learning from both Jewish and Christian scholars. After his time in Israel, he returned to the States to teach high school religion and Bible before responding to God's call to the pastorate. Today, he keeps his connection to the Holy Land strong, leading tours to Israel that combine study and prayer, inspired by the ancient discipline of spiritual pilgrimage. This edition includes unique features to help shed light on the historical context of the Scriptures: Complete NIV Bible text * Day In the Life Articles, describing daily life in Bible times * Word Studies expound upon original Hebrew words * "Addressing the Text" articles help you dive deeper * Study notes include writings from early church writers, rabbis, and extra-biblical sources * Full Color photographs, maps, and diagrams * Book introductions and outlines. The First Century Study Bible helps you explore Scripture in its Jewish and Early Christian context. Order yours today. This Bible offers supplemental information on the following topics: Abomin ation that Causes Desolation, Antiochus IV Epiphanies, Conversion, Covenant, Dead Sea Scrolls, Essenes, Desert Law, Diviners in the Ancient World, Intertestamental Times, The Ethics of War, The Shema, Life in the Diaspora, The Greek Lions, The Biblical View on Slavery, Did Moses write the Torah, The Spirit of YHWH, Zealots, Wine Making" 9-point type size
Call Number: BS195 .N37 2014 ReferencePublication Date: 2014
Ancient Texts for New Testament Studies: A Guide to Background Literature by
One of the daunting challenges facing the New Testament interpreter is achieving familiarity with the immense corpus of Greco-Roman. Jewish, and pagan primary source materials. This thoroughly revised and significantly expanded edition of Evan's opens new windowNoncanonical Writings and New Testament Interpretation (1992) examines a vast range of ancient literature, masterfully distilling details of date, language, text, and translation into an eminently usable handbook.
Call Number: BS2530.E93 2005 Ref
Maps
The Baker Book of Bible Charts, Maps and Timelines by
The Baker Book of Bible Charts, Maps, and Timelines provides full-color pages of reproducible material based on the most up-to-date biblical scholarship. This accurate and easy-to-understand reference book that presents essential information about the Bible in a concise, visual way to support the study of God's Word.
Publication Date: BS417.B43 2016 Ref
Biblica: The Bible Atlas: A Social and Historical Journey through the Lands of the Bible by Call Number: BS635.3 .B525 2007 Reference
Nelson's Complete Book of Bible Maps and Charts by Call Number: BS417 .N448 2010Publication Date: 2010Third edition.
