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Book Synopsis: In this impressive volume, leading scholars offer compelling glimpses into the biblical world, the world in which prophets, poets, sages, and historians created one of our most important texts—the Bible. For more than a century, archaeologists have been unearthing the tombs, temples, texts, and artifacts of the ancient Near East and the Mediterranean world. Using new approaches, contemporary scholars have begun to synthesize this material with the biblical traditions. The Oxford History of the Biblical World incorporates the best of this scholarship, and in chronologically ordered chapters presents the reader with a readable and integrated study of the history, art, architecture, languages, literatures, and religion of biblical Israel and early Judaism and Christianity in their larger cultural contexts. The authors also examine such issues as the roles of women, the tensions between urban and rural settings, royal and kinship social structures, and official and popular religions of the region. Understanding the biblical world is a vital part of understanding the Bible. Broad, authoritative, and engaging, The Oxford History of the Biblical World will illuminate for any reader the ancient world from which the Bible emerged.
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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of the biblical world with The Oxford History of the Biblical World. This captivating volume brings together the expertise of leading scholars who have unearthed the tombs, temples, texts, and artifacts of the ancient Near East and the Mediterranean. By synthesizing this wealth of material with the biblical traditions, it offers a comprehensive and integrated study of the history, art, architecture, languages, literatures, and religion of biblical Israel and early Judaism and Christianity.
This book is a treasure trove of knowledge that sheds light on the world in which prophets, poets, sages, and historians created one of our most important texts—the Bible. Whether you are a curious reader or a dedicated student of biblical studies, The Oxford History of the Biblical World provides fascinating glimpses into the cultural contexts that shaped the Bible. Discover how the roles of women, the tensions between urban and rural settings, and the social structures influenced the development of biblical Israel and early Judaism and Christianity.
Reading this authoritative work will not only deepen your understanding of the Bible, but also enhance your appreciation for the ancient world from which it emerged. The Oxford History of the Biblical World is carefully structured in chronologically ordered chapters, making it a readable and engaging journey through the unfolding of history. Through its pages, you will explore the vibrant landscapes of biblical Israel and gain insights into the habits, customs, and beliefs of its inhabitants.
A masterpiece of biblical scholarship, this book represents a new era in the study of the Bible. Whether you are a scholar, a student, or simply an enthusiast, delve into the pages of The Oxford History of the Biblical World and uncover the fascinating stories and intricate details that have shaped our understanding of the most significant text in human history. Begin your journey today!
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