A History of the Bible

A History of the Bible
Author: John Barton
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 642
Release: 2020-08-04
Genre: 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.

Chronology of the Old Testament

Chronology of the Old Testament
Author: Dr. Floyd Nolen Jones
Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2005-03-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1614582106
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The Chronology of the Old Testamenthas one goal to accomplish: to demonstrate "that every chronological statement contained in the Sacred Writ is consistent with all other chronological statements contained therein." Author Floyd Nolen Jones carefully and thoroughly investigates that chronological and mathematical facts of the Old Testament, proving them to be accurate and reliable. This biblically sound, scholarly, and easy-to-understand book will enlighten and astound its readers with solutions and alternatives to many questions Bible scholars have had over the centuries. Features: Scriptural solutions to many biblical mathematical controversies Sir Robert Anderson's calculation error corrected The 483-year prophecy of Daniel 9:25 explained A scriptural formula which biblically synchronizes the kingdoms of Judah and Israel 48 charts, graphs, and diagrams included in text Fully indexed with complete bibliography Supports and updates James Ussher's Annals of the World With reliable explanatory text, detailed charts, and diagrams, this book provides a systematic framework of the chronology of the Bible from Genesis through the life of Christ. No Bible scholar should be without this indispensable reference tool.

The TRUE Bible Timeline

The TRUE Bible Timeline
Author: R. Craig Bridgforth
Publisher: WestBow Press
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2021-03-10
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1664220739
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It is becoming increasingly popular among the intelligentsia to claim that treasured Bible history is nothing more than a myth. Proponents conclude that since the church is unsure of when these events transpired, perhaps they never happened in the first place. Unfortunately, this alarming trend appears to be gaining more acceptance in our seminaries and churches. The True Bible Timeline seeks to dispel such notions by providing an accurate resource to properly date the Old Testament. The result of a five-year long project, it accurately establishes and painstakingly documents the dates of key Bible figures and events, starting with the Creation of Adam and ending at the Cross of Christ. The complete chronology for 200 Bible events is included in the appendix. Guided by His Wisdom, author R. Craig Bridgforth built this timeline through a meticulous process that allowed him to produce a trustworthy and accurate resource that will enrich studies of the Old Testament with new understanding and insight. Developed almost entirely from Scripture, this reference guide provides a reliable chronology of events and figures from the Old Testament.

God's Bible Timeline

God's Bible Timeline
Author: Linda Finlayson
Publisher: CF4Kids
Total Pages: 80
Release: 2020-11-06
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781527105904
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With colour illustrations, pictures, and pull-out timelines, this history book brings the whole Bible to life! From Genesis to Revelation, from the beginning of time to the early church, from the first promise of a Saviour to the promise that one day that Saviour will return - this book spans all of time. Find out about how the God of all time spoke to his people and still speaks today through his Word.

Then and Now Bible Maps

Then and Now Bible Maps
Author: Rose Publishing
Publisher: Rose Publishing
Total Pages: 22
Release: 2007-02-21
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1596361301
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Where are the Bible lands today? Where were Iraq and Iran in Bible times? The answers to these questions and countless others are found in the bestselling pamphlet Then & Now Bible Maps. This full-color, fold-out reference tool contains 17 Bible maps that show ancient cities and countries in black with modern-day boundaries marked in red. Fantastic for comparing places in the news with places in the Bible. Size: 8.5x 5.5 unfolds to 38 long. Fits inside most Bible covers. Teachers love the amazing Then & Now Bible Maps reference tool. Seventeen maps make the Bible more relevant and more meaningful by providing visual context. Show students where Persia is today and the places Paul's first missionary journey would take him if traveling the same route today. Help them understand the biblical geographic context of the places they hear in the news every day. Here are a few of the maps included in this incredible resource: The Middle East map during Bible Times and Today The Assyrian Empire, Babylonian Kingdoms and Persian Empire The Holy Land Map Then and Now Places of Jesus' Ministry Then and Now Then & Now Bible Maps pamphlet makes it easy to compare Bible times with modern times. On each of the 17 maps, modern-day cities and countries appear in red type or red underline if the name has remained the same. The maps provide helpful historic information. For example: The Holy Land: Then (1300 BC--Twelve Tribes) and Now (modern times) uses color coding to show Canaan divided by the Twelve Tribes, and also shows the historical and modern-day names of cities within the regions occupied by the Twelve Tribes Paul's Journeys: Then (AD 47-62) and Now (modern times) show one of the SevenChurches of Asia (Rev. 1-3), cities, towns, ancient ruins, mountains, modern capital cities and a key for measuring the distance traveled from city to city Empires & Kingdoms: Then and Now shows the changing boundaries of the Assyrian Empire, Babylonian Kingdom, and Persian Empire

Rose Chronological Guide to the Bible

Rose Chronological Guide to the Bible
Author: Jessica Curiel
Publisher: Rose Publishing
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2019-10-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1628628073
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A Chronological Guide Packed with Over 40 Full-Color Charts, Maps, and Illustrations! This one-of-a-kind resource is packed with dozens of full-color charts, maps, and illustrations to help you explore biblical history. It includes: Three 24-inch chronology foldouts showing the Bible at a glance, the life of Jesus, and the kings and prophets of the Old Testament.Chronology charts on popular Bible topics such the temple in Jerusalem, the ark of the covenant, and more.A harmony of the four Gospels--Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John side by side.Full-color maps showing the journeys of the patriarchs, the exodus route, where Jesus walked, Paul's missionary trips, and more.Quick summaries of all sixty-six books of the Bible and when they happened.The Bible has 66 books and more than 1,100 chapters, but they're not arranged in the order they happened in. Deepen your understanding of the Bible as you see key events in the order they actually happened with the one-of-a-kind Rose Chronological Guide to the Bible. Featuring 170 pages of full-color Bible charts, maps, and time lines, this reproducible guide doesn't just cover when specific events occurred, but why they matter. Spiral bound for ease of use, this is a must-have for every pastor and teacher. . Just because the Bible starts with Genesis and ends with Revelation doesn't mean that it's in chronological order! Look at the Bible in a fresh new way by viewing Bible events in the order they happened with Rose Publishing's classic highly-visual format. See all sixty-six books of the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, arranged chronologically at a glance! You'll learn how the stories of key Bible characters--like Abraham, David, Ruth, and Paul--fit into the larger story of God's unfolding plan of salvation through his Son Jesus Christ. Why Study the Bible Chronologically? Imagine discovering a familiar story in Scripture and gaining fresh revelation and insight as if you're reading it for the first time. That's how we want you to see God's Word with The Rose Chronological Guide to the Bible! How can you easily get a handle on all the people, places, and stories of the Bible? The Rose Chronological Guide to the Bible is designed to help you see how all the pieces of the Bible fit together--and see God's big story from creation to the end times at a glance! Gain a fresh perspective on God's Word today! Over 170 reproducible pages! An excellent way to enhance your Sunday school, homeschool, and small group or individual Bible Studies. Get your copy of this bestselling chronological reference now! Perfect for group and individual Bible study, church libraries, gifts, youth and young adult groups, teachers and pastors, and much more. 170 pages.

Rose Book of Bible and Christian History Time Lines

Rose Book of Bible and Christian History Time Lines
Author: Rose Publishing
Publisher: Rose Publishing
Total Pages: 45
Release: 2006-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1596360844
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Rose Book of Bible and Christian History Time Lines is one of the top Bible time lines sold through Christian bookstores. It includes 20 feet of time lines in one beautiful hard-bound book! Compare Bible history, world history, and Middle Eastern rulers and empires side by side. Then unfold this giant Bible time line poster and put it up on the wall or down the church hallway. This dramatic timeline is guaranteed to grab people's attention in Bible study and adult Sunday school. This incredible Bible time line not only covers events from Genesis to Revelation, it also covers all of church history, including the expansion of Christianity and the persecution of Christians around the world, as well as the history of Bible translation. The Rose Book of Bible and Christian History Time Lines is printed on heavy chart paper and can be taken out of the book and unfolded out to full length. See the comparison chart below to see why Rose Book of Bible and Christian History Time Lines is one of the best available. 10-Foot-Long Bible Time Line Includes: Hundreds of key people and events from Genesis to RevelationEvents from world history and Middle Eastern history to give you a comparisonDates of kings, prophets, battles, births, and deathsColorful photos and illustrationsLarger print than most time lines 10-Foot-Long Church History Time Line Includes: Beginning with the life of Jesus, all of the major events through modern dayMore than 300 key people and events that all Christians should knowEmphasis on world missions, the expansion of Christianity, and Bible translation in other languagesPacked with colorful photos Sample comparisons of Bible history and world history side by side. This indispensable Bible study tool is a great addition for any church resource library, Christian school, or homeschoolers classroom.

The Wonders of Bible Chronology

The Wonders of Bible Chronology
Author: Philip Mauro
Publisher:
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2015-04-07
Genre:
ISBN: 9780692361764
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The author of this fascinating book lays out the continuous line of dated events embedded in the Bible which spans across forty centuries of time from the creation of Adam to the resurrection of Jesus Christ. A tremendous testimony to the divine Authorship and reliability of the Scriptures.