BAKER ILLUSTRATED BIBLE BACKGROUND COMMENTARY

We are far removed from the time and culture of the biblical world, and this distance easily leads to misunderstanding and misinterpretation. Our understanding and appreciation for Gods Word increase exponentially when we know about the context in which the biblical books were written. So while many Bible commentaries explain the theological meaning of the text, The Baker Illustrated Bible Background Commentary provides fascinating cultural and historical insights into Gods Word. Richly illustrated with full color photos throughout, this one-volume background commentary includes articles by leading Old and New Testament scholars on subjects such as countries, cities, and cultures of the Holy Land and the Greco Roman world warfare and execution religious groups and customs fashion, athletics, feasts, and celebrations honor, shame, and hospitality and much more This colorful, informative volume is an essential companion for pastors, teachers, and laypeople who want to enhance their personal Bible study and help others do the same.