Description: NIV, Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible (Context Changes Everything), Bonded Leather, Black, Red Letter, Thumb Indexed by Craig S. Keener, John H. Walton "How I wish someone had put a book like this into my hands 50 years ago." - N.T. Wright, Research Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity "I cannot recommend a study Bible any more than this one: Five stars!" - Scot McKnight, Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament FORMAT Leather LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Discover new dimensions of insight with a behind-the-scenes tour of the ancient worldYouve heard many Bible stories hundreds of times, but how many details are you missing Sometimes a little context is all you need to discover the rich meaning behind even the most familiar stories of Scripture. Thats what the NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible provides. Every page of this NIV Bible is packed with expert insight into the customs, culture, and literature of biblical 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.The Bible was originally written to an ancient people removed from us by thousands of years and thousands of miles. The Scriptures include subtle culturally based nuances, undertones, and references to ancient events, literature and customs that were intuitively understood by those who first heard the texts read. For us to truly understand the Scriptures as they did, we need a window into their world and language.The NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, with notes from Dr. John H. Walton (Wheaton College) in the Old Testament and Dr. Craig S. Keener (Asbury Theological Seminary) in the New Testament, brings the ancient world of Scripture to life for modern readers. Features:Complete text of the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV)2017 ECPA Bible of the Year RecipientTargeted book introductions explain the context in which each book of the Bible was writtenInsightful and informative verse-by-verse study notes reveal new dimensions of insight to even the most familiar passagesKey Old Testament (Hebrew) and New Testament terms are explained and expanded upon in two helpful reference featuresOver 300 in-depth articles on key contextual topics375 full-color photos, illustrations, and images from around the worldDozens of charts, maps, and diagrams in vivid colorWords of Jesus in redCross references, a concordance, indexes and other helps for Bible studyThumb indexed to make finding the books of the Bible easierBonded leather cover lays flat when open8.9-point type size Author Biography Craig S. Keener is professor of New Testament at Asbury Theological Seminary and holds a doctoral degree in New Testament Studies and the Origins of Christianity from Duke University. He is the author of several commentaries on books of the New Testament. John H. Walton (PhD, Hebrew Union College) is professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College Graduate School. He is the author or coauthor of several books, including Chronological and Background Charts of the Old Testament; Ancient Israelite Literature in Its Cultural Context; Covenant: Gods Purpose, Gods Plan; The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament; and A Survey of the Old Testament. Long Description Discover new dimensions of insight with a behind-the-scenes tour of the ancient world Youve heard many Bible stories hundreds of times, but how many details are you missing? Sometimes a little context is all you need to discover the rich meaning behind even the most familiar stories of Scripture. Thats what the NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible provides. Every page of this NIV Bible is packed with expert insight into the customs, culture, and literature of biblical 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. The Bible was originally written to an ancient people removed from us by thousands of years and thousands of miles. The Scriptures include subtle culturally based nuances, undertones, and references to ancient events, literature and customs that were intuitively understood by those who first heard the texts read. For us to truly understand the Scriptures as they did, we need a window into their world and language. The NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, with notes from Dr. John H. Walton (Wheaton College) in the Old Testament and Dr. Craig S. Keener (Asbury Theological Seminary) in the New Testament, brings the ancient world of Scripture to life for modern readers. Features: Complete text of the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV) 2017 ECPA Bible of the Year Recipient Targeted book introductions explain the context in which each book of the Bible was written Insightful and informative verse-by-verse study notes reveal new dimensions of insight to even the most familiar passages Key Old Testament (Hebrew) and New Testament terms are explained and expanded upon in two helpful reference features Over 300 in-depth articles on key contextual topics 375 full-color photos, illustrations, and images from around the world Dozens of charts, maps, and diagrams in vivid color Words of Jesus in red Cross references, a concordance, indexes and other helps for Bible study Thumb indexed to make finding the books of the Bible easier Bonded leather cover lays flat when open 8.9-point type size Details ISBN0310444438 Author John H. Walton Publisher Zondervan Year 2016 ISBN-10 0310444438 ISBN-13 9780310444435 Format Leather Publication Date 2016-08-23 Imprint Zondervan Subtitle Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture Place of Publication Grand Rapids Country of Publication United States DEWEY 220.520814 Illustrations illustrations Pages 2400 Short Title NIV CULTURAL BACKGROUNDS STUDY Language English Media Book Edited by John H. Walton US Release Date 2016-08-23 UK Release Date 2016-08-23 Alternative 9780310431589 Audience General AU Release Date 2017-01-22 NZ Release Date 2017-01-29 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:99052267;
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Book Title: NIV, Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, Bonded Leather, Black, Red Letter, Thumb Indexed: Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture
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