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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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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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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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"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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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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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...
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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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The Book of Nehemiah is found in the Old Testament of the Bible and primarily deals with the reconstruction and restoration of the walls of Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. The book provides an account of the efforts of Nehemiah, a Jewish leader and cupbearer to the Persian king Artaxerxes I, to rebuild the city walls and restore the spiritual and social life of the Jewish community.The book of Nehemiah is set in the 5th century BCE, when Nehemiah...
13) The Book of Job
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"In the Old Testament we read God's word as it was spoken to his people Israel. Today, thousands of years later, we hear in these thirty-nine books his inspired and authoritative message for us."
These twin convictions, shared by all of the contributors to The New International Commentary on the Old Testament, define the goal of this ambitious series of commentaries. For those many modern readers who find the Old Testament to be strange and foreign...
14) The Book of Ruth
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The Aleuts are an Indigenous People of the Aleutian Islands in Alaska. They inhabit one of the harshest environments on Earth. Learn more about the myths, traditions, and social activities of this Indigenous group in Aleuts, a World Cultures book.
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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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Woudstra's work on the Book of Joshua 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 Book of 1 Samuel is a part of the Old Testament in the Bible, and it primarily focuses on the transition of leadership in ancient Israel from judges to kings. Here are some key themes and events from the book:Samuel's Birth and Calling: The book begins with the birth of Samuel, a prophet and judge. Samuel is called by God to serve as a prophet and plays a pivotal role in anointing the first two kings of Israel.Saul's Rise and Fall: Saul is chosen...
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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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Westminster John Knox Press is pleased to present the seventeen-volume Old Testament for Everyone series. Internationally respected Old Testament scholar John Goldingay addresses Scripture from Genesis to Malachi in such a way that even the most challenging passages are explained simply and concisely. The series is perfect for daily devotions, group study, or personal visits with the Bible.
In this volume, Goldingay explores Psalms 1-72. The psalms,...
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Building on the foundation of the popular volumes The Bible from Scratch: The Old Testament for Beginners and The New Testament for Beginners, Donald Griggs and Paul Walaskay offer a new study on the book of Acts.
In seven chapters, Griggs and Walaskay tell the story of this popular New Testament book, with its stories of the works of Jesus' disciples after his death, resurrection,...
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