The New Christian Traveler's Guide to the Holy Land [Paperback]

Charles H. H. Dyer (Author), Gregory A. A. Hatteberg (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2006

Knowing the Land helps us understand the Book in new and vivid ways. Charles Dyer, a Bible scholar and licensed tour guide for Israel, and Greg Hatteberg, graduate of the Institute of Holy Land Studies in Jerusalem, created this reference guide for pilgrims who want to deepen the spiritual impact of their trip to Israel, as well as other travelers who just want to know more. Where did Jesus walk' Where is King David buried' Where is Mt. Sinai' You'll find detailed information about five key Bible lands: Israel, Egypt, Greece, Jordan, and Turkey. This guide includes a full color 32-page photo insert, practical tips for travelers, a 4-week prayer guide for preparing for your trip, and detailed maps and an outline of Bible history. With The New Christian Traveler's Guide to the Holy Land, you'll see the Bible through a new set of geographical lenses.

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From the Back Cover

You are about to embark on the trip of a lifetime. You will walk in the footsteps of Jesus and see God's Word come alive like never before!A trip to the Holy Land can be life-changing--and for many, it is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. In this one-stop guide, you will reap the benefits of the authors' extensive travel through five key Bible land regions: Israel, Egypt, Greece, Jordan, and Turkey. Detailed maps and a full-color 16-page photo insert offer a preview of what's to come and will help you make the most of every moment you spend along the way.Packing list, jet lag tips, passport requirements and a wealth of other practical information will assure you have everything you need, while a four-week prayer guide and Bible study will prepare your heart for the spiritual journey you are about to take.The New Christian Traveler's Guide to the Holy Land also traces the biblical events at ninety of the most visited sites and will ensure that your trip is an exciting, spiritually satisfying, and unforgettable experience.

About the Author

CHARLES DYER (B.A., Washington Bible College; Th.M. and Ph.D., Dallas Theological Seminary) served for ten years as provost of Moody Bible Institute before becoming professor-at-large of Bible and host of The Land and the Book radio program. He is the author of numerous books, including A Voice in the Wilderness, What's Next?, The Rise of Babylon, and The New Christian Traveler's Guide to the Holy Land. His most recent book is Character Counts: The Power of Personal Integrity.

GREGORY A. HATTEBERG (Joliet College; Moody Bible Institute; Dallas Theological Seminary) is the director of Alumni for Dallas Theological Seminary and a seminar leader for Walk Thru the Bible Ministries. Prior to joining the staff at DTS, Mr. Hatteberg worked in Admissions at Moody Bible Institute. He completed graduate studies at the Institute of Holy Land Studies in Jerusalem, and has traveled extensively in Israel and beyond. Based on his experiences in Israel, he co-authored The Christian Traveler's Guide to the Holy Land with Dr. Charles Dyer. He and his wife, Lisa, are the parents of four children.

Product Details

• Paperback: 264 pages
• Publisher: Moody Publishers; New Edition edition (January 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802466508
• ISBN-13: 978-0802466501
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,592 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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  • #6 in Books > Travel > Middle East > Israel

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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awsome Spiritual Preperation For Israel, December 17, 2007

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P. Emery "DocEmery" (N Dakota) - See all my reviews
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This guide is an excelent source for Christians that would like to read in the bible what took place in the Old and New Testiment in Israel and Jordan. It was exciting to recount stories in the bible and connect them to where I would be visiting. There is also a great 4 week bible study and daily prayer guide to prepare you for your journey. There are a few tips to prepare you for the culture and what to pack but I would suggest the lonley Planet guide for less spiritual and more cultural guide.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars disappointing, December 5, 2009

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I was disappointed by this book. There is no detailed description of any particular sacred sites. For example, when discussing Jerusalem, there is no description for the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, and there is no discussion on the Basilica of Nativity in the section dedicated to Bethlehem. I think there is a huge remiss on the part of the authors. There are so many churches in the Holy Land, but the authors do not cover any of them. However, the references to relevant Scriptural passages related to a pilgrimage destination are quite useful.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent resource, October 14, 2009

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Plenty of detail on all the historical sights. Contains four weeks of preparatory devotionals before you leave as well as concise advise on what to pack & how to prepare physically. Overall an excellent guide.