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This powerful reference tool is a detailed biblical examination of the historical, cultural, and economic background of the Gospel of John and Hebrews–Revelation. Much more than simply theology or a word study, The Bible Knowledge Background Commentary transports the reader back into the setting of the New Testament to see, touch, and hear as much of that world as possible.

David A. deSilva The title “To the Hebrews” (Pros Hebraious) reflects the opinions of second-century scribes concerning the purpose of the book. The choice of “Hebrews” probably reflects the book’s usefulness in legitimating the Christian faith over against its parent religion, Judaism, which continued to flourish. It later came to be called an “epistle” on account of the closing requests and greetings (13:18–25). This title, however, raises the
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