Title
Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy
Processing time: 1-3 days
US Orders Ships in: 3-5 days
International Orders Ships in: 8-12 days
Return Policy: 15-days return on defective items
Payment Option
An Image Rich, Passagebypassage Commentary That Integrates Textual And Artifactual Context From The Ancient Near East To Inform Our Understanding And Interpretation Of The Hebrew Biblewhile Remaining Respectful To The Inerrancy Of Scripture.Without A Deep Knowledge Of The Ancient Cultures The Old Testament Was Born From, We Can Be Tempted To Impose Our Own Culture On The Text, Potentially Distorting It. This Unique Bible Backgrounds Commentary Examines: The History Of The Ancient Near East As A Means Of Recovering Knowledge Of The Events That Shaped The Lives Of The People. The Archaeology As A Means Of Recovering The Lifestyle Reflected In The Material Cultures. The Literature Of The Ancient Near East As A Means Of Understanding The Heart And Soul Of The People Who Inhabited The Ancient World That Israel Shared.Detailed Exegetical Notes Are Combined With Comparative Discussions Of The Cultural Settings That Help Scholars Interpret The Pentateuch.This Volume Of The Celebrated Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary Series Brings The First Five Books Of The Bible Into Sharper Focusenabling Scholars, Pastors, And Laity To Access Rich Data From Over One Hundred And Seventy Years Of Explorations And Excavations In The Near East.The Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary Seriesinvites You To Enter The World Of The Old Testament With A Company Of Seasoned Guides, Experts Who Will Give New Insights Into These Cherished Writings. Features: Over 2000 Photographs, Drawings, Maps, Diagrams, And Charts Provide A Visual Feast That Breathes Fresh Life Into The Text. Passagebypassage 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.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- Q: What is the main focus of the commentary in Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy? A: This commentary focuses on integrating textual and artifactual context from the ancient Near East to enhance understanding and interpretation of the Hebrew Bible.
- Q: Who is the author of this Bible commentary? A: The commentary is authored by Roy Gane, who is a recognized scholar in biblical studies.
- Q: What features are included in this volume of the Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary? A: This volume includes over 2000 photographs, drawings, maps, diagrams, and charts, along with passage-by-passage commentary that presents archaeological findings and historical explanations.
- Q: Is this commentary suitable for both scholars and laypersons? A: Yes, it is designed to be accessible for scholars, pastors, and laypeople, providing rich data for all levels of study.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 608 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was this commentary published? A: It was published on October 24, 2009.
- Q: Does this commentary include cultural insights from the ancient Near East? A: Yes, it examines the history, archaeology, and literature of the ancient Near East to provide a deeper understanding of the biblical text.
- Q: Can this commentary help in understanding difficult passages of the Old Testament? A: Yes, it offers analysis and insights that can help clarify both familiar and unfamiliar passages.
- Q: What series is this commentary part of? A: This commentary is part of the Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary series.