Archaeology and the New Testament [Hardcover]

John McRay (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1991

Noting the very latest finds and techniques, a leading archaeologist explores what is now known of the New Testament world and what archaeology can and cannot tell us about it.

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About the Author

John McRay (PhD, University of Chicago) is professor emeritus of New Testament and archaeology at Wheaton College Graduate School in Wheaton, Illinois. He is the author of Paul: His Life and Teaching and coauthor of Bible Archaeology. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 432 pages
• Publisher: Baker Academic (January 1, 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0801062675
• ISBN-13: 978-0801062674
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.5 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #321,788 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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39 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A thorough, well written and illustrated work., August 7, 1999

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This review is from: Archaeology and the New Testament (Hardcover)

Although a scholarly, the author has done an excellent job of thoroughly presenting the current state of the archaeology of the New Testament in a manner both the scholar and layman will find approachable and thrilling.

The author handles all significant topics of New Testament archaeology from the life of Christ to the missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul in a systematic manner. For example, the author discusses and illustrates where Christ was templed by the devil from the pinnacle of the temple. In another example, fascinating pictures of 1st century life come alive through discussions of the dates and events that occured as Paul lived and shared the word of God with people at the various cities on his journeys. This weaving of biblical passages with the archaeological data make the book readable and sheds new light on the Bible and the historical sites.

There are detailed discussions of the city planning, civic centers, housing, commercial activities, entertainment, and the methods and difficulties of travel in the Roman world. There is a special chapter on archaeology and ancient documents.

The book is very well illustrated and includes detailed maps of most archaeological sites. There are many photographs and numerous Endnotes for further study.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great lessons for newcomers to archeology, April 15, 2001

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This review is from: Archaeology and the New Testament (Hardcover)

After reading Archeology and the Old Testament by Hoerth, this book fills out the needed holes. For a newcomer to the field of archeology this book helps to understand some of the basics. Very well put together and infromative. The development of ideas is clear and insightful. This book is a winner, and I recommend this for any student of the Bible who seeks to teach the Word of God in it's context. You will find yourself quoting from this book in your sermons!!! Gary Van Daele

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5.0 out of 5 stars Quick Review, June 12, 2000

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This review is from: Archaeology and the New Testament (Hardcover)

An up to date discussion of the more important archaeological finds relevant to New Testament studies. Packed with social and cultural insights and written clearly.