ILLUSTRATED
BIBLE
BACKGROUND
COMMENTARY
Edited by
J. Scott Duvall and J. Daniel Hays
a division of Baker Publishing Group
Grand Rapids, Michigan
© 2020 by Baker Publishing Group
Published by Baker Books
a division of Baker Publishing Group
PO Box 6287, Grand Rapids, MI 49516-6287
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means—for example, electronic, photocopy, recording—without the prior written permission of the publisher. The only exception is brief quotations in printed reviews.
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Names: Hays, J. Daniel, 1953– editor. | Duvall, J. Scott, editor.
Title: The Baker illustrated Bible background commentary / edited by J. Scott Duvall and J. Daniel Hays.
Description: Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group, [2020] | Includes bibliographical references.
Identifiers: LCCN 2019035113 | ISBN 9780801018374 (cloth)
Subjects: LCSH: Bible—Commentaries.
Classification: LCC BS491.3 .B345 2020 | DDC 220.7—dc23
LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2019035113
Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers.
Scripture quotations labeled NASB are from the New American Standard Bible® (NASB), copyright © 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. www.Lockman.org
Scripture quotations labeled NIV are from the Holy Bible, New International Version®. NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide. www.zondervan.com. The “NIV” and “New International Version” are trademarks registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office by Biblica, Inc.™
Scripture quotations labeled NRSV are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright © 1989 National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Scripture quotations labeled RSV are from the Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright 1946, 1952 [2nd edition, 1971] National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
Portions of the chapter on 1-2 Samuel are from Robert B. Chisholm Jr., 1 & 2 Samuel, Teach the Text Commentary Series (Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2013). Used by permission of Baker Publishing Group.
Portions of the chapter on Luke are from Craig A. Evans, Luke, Understanding the Bible Commentary Series (Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2011). Used by permission of Baker Publishing Group; and from Craig A. Evans, The Bible Knowledge Background Commentary: Matthew–Luke, ©2003 by David C Cook. Used by permission ...
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About The Baker Illustrated Bible Background CommentaryFascinating cultural and historical insights into God’s Word. 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 of God’s Word increase exponentially when we know the historical and cultural context in which the biblical books were written. Richly illustrated with full-color photos throughout, The Baker Illustrated Bible 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 • trade, travel, and business • 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. |
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