A Popular Guide Through the Old Testament [Paperback]

Mary Reed Newland (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 16, 2000

This concise, clear, and fascinating "guided tour" of the Old Testament

walks the reader through all the books of the Old Testament, highlighting the passages necessary to understand God's message

explains the circumstances in which each book was composed and describes the contents

shows maps of the Holy Land as it was configured in various centuries

offers questions for personal or group reflection

includes a complete key-word index with pronunciation guide

invites readers to love more deeply the Bible and the God who is its source

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About the Author

Mary Reed Newland authored The Year and Our Children: Planning the Family Activities for Christian Feasts and Seasons.

Product Details

• Paperback: 275 pages
• Publisher: Saint Mary's Press (September 16, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0884895440
• ISBN-13: 978-0884895442
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,404,795 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2.0 out of 5 stars Good only for Generalizations, April 4, 2000

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Jimbo Thomas - [e-mail] (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Popular Guide Through the Old Testament (Paperback)

While this book is somewhat an "all inclusive book" on the Old Testament, the commentary lacks detail. This is not to say I regret having purchased this book, however, it is not so much a guide through the O.T. as one might be looking for. It is not an extensive viewing of the O.T. but rather a glimpse at each part of the O.T. Therefore, I suggest this for those that wish a light reading of what the O.T. comprises. Yet, for the reader that is looking for depth I would go elsewhere. Simply put, this book seems to have been written just to let you know the story lines within the O.T. and to give limited commentary as to what is conveyed. This would be a good book for young teens and those who are beginning to study God's word. The epilogue is a well written essay tying Christ to the Old Testament.