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Eerdmans' Handbook to the Bible

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This volume is a fine resource for the reader who wishes to delve a bit deeper into Biblical study, but feels intimidated by the commentaries published specifically for use by pastors and theologians. It's an easy read--two words one seldom associates with a reference book--beautifully illustrated, with plenty of background information to give the biblically challenged a flavor for the times in which the Bible was written. I have recommended this volume and its companion, Eerdmans Handbook to the History of Christianity, since their initial release. I continue to do so, especially with this more affordable paperback edition.

This is a great tool to any serious or even casual student of the Bible. It is full of full-color photos of myriad items of interest, maps, charts, and historical excerpts of Biblical figures.

The contents include photos of sites in modern day Israel, photos of archaelogical sites such as digs at Ur, a reconstruction of what the Tabernacle might have looked like, a diagram of Jerusalem, and much, much more. With over 600 pages, it is a very interesting book, whether you're reading it in detail, or just thumbing through it!

this is a worthy addition to any Bible scholars library

I hate this book. It has a dust in the pages that is very irritateing.
I regret this purchase! I will throw this book in the trash today!
Ed. Snikwad

Eerdmans Handbook to the BibleThis is one of the most comprehensive study tools available. In the book many diagrams and photos of all sorts. I book to be the most helpful of all my study tools. The seller was excellent, low cost and fast shipping.

This book is so helpful in studying the Bible. It is no longer in print, so it was great to be able to get copies of it. I purchased this through Amazon.

It is just exactly what I wanted to share with a friend. It gives so much informative information that is necessary to understanding the Word of God.
bjh

..."the first few chapters of the Bible and many parts of the Old Testament are historically unreliable" (pg. 24).

This is the premise from which the author is working.