First Century Study Bible Notes
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Understand God’s Word in its Original Cultural Context
The NIV First-Century Study Bible introduces you to an ancient world vastly different from your own, but rich in valuable life lessons. This Bible includes great tools to help answer your questions about life in Bible times and see how the ancient past holds applicable truths for life today.
Including fascinating articles from Pastor Kent Dobson, unpacking the culture of Bible times, illuminating Scripture passages, and asking thoughtful questions along the way, this study Bible is a wonderful way to explore God’s Word in its original Christian context and better understand the historical meaning of Scripture.
About the Author of the Notes
Kent Dobson is the teaching pastor at Mars Hill Bible Church and has been featured on Biblical programs for the History Channel and the Discovery Channel. Kent fell in love with Biblical studies in Israel and had the privilege of learning from both Jewish and Christian scholars. After his time in Israel, he returned to the States to teach before responding to God's call to the pastorate.
Includes Supplemental Information on Topics Including:
Abomination that Causes Desolation
Antiochus IV Epiphanies
Conversion, Covenant, Dead Sea Scrolls, Essenes
Desert Law, Diviners in the Ancient World
Intertestamental Times, The Ethics of War
The Shema, Life in the Diaspora, The Greek Lions
The Biblical View on Slavery
Did Moses Write the Torah?
The Spirit of YHWH, Zealots, Wine Making
The NIV First-Century Study Bible introduces you to an ancient world vastly different from your own, but rich in valuable life lessons. This Bible includes great tools to help answer your questions about life in Bible times and see how the ancient past holds applicable truths for life today.
Including fascinating articles from Pastor Kent Dobson, unpacking the culture of Bible times, illuminating Scripture passages, and asking thoughtful questions along the way, this study Bible is a wonderful way to explore God’s Word in its original Christian context and better understand the historical meaning of Scripture.
About the Author of the Notes
Kent Dobson is the teaching pastor at Mars Hill Bible Church and has been featured on Biblical programs for the History Channel and the Discovery Channel. Kent fell in love with Biblical studies in Israel and had the privilege of learning from both Jewish and Christian scholars. After his time in Israel, he returned to the States to teach before responding to God's call to the pastorate.
Includes Supplemental Information on Topics Including:
Abomination that Causes Desolation
Antiochus IV Epiphanies
Conversion, Covenant, Dead Sea Scrolls, Essenes
Desert Law, Diviners in the Ancient World
Intertestamental Times, The Ethics of War
The Shema, Life in the Diaspora, The Greek Lions
The Biblical View on Slavery
Did Moses Write the Torah?
The Spirit of YHWH, Zealots, Wine Making
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