【图书简介】 This is a fascinating exploration of the most influential collection of writings in Western history. By placing the events and people described in the Bible into their social and geographic context， it seeks to provide new insights into the scriptures and illuminate a truly significant period in the development of Western civilization. The book begins by looking at the early history of the Near East， showing how climatic and geographic factors helped to shape the distribution and development of human populations in the region. There then follows chapters on the archaeology and history of the Bible， explaining the different texts that make up the Bible and detailing the important archaeological finds that have shed light on these ancient writings. With the scene set， the book proceeds to explore the historical background of many of the key events and people described in the Bible. There are chapters on the Exodus， Solomon， King David， the prophet Elijah， Jesus's birth， ministry， and death， and much more. It ends with a look at the holy land today and a timeline showing the key events that shaped the region.-读书网|DuShu.com
【本书目录】 Introduction The Ancient Near East Archaeology of the Bible History of the Bible Patriarchs and Their World The Journeys of Abraham Isaac, Jacob and Joseph The Exodus Invasion and Conquest Struggles of the Judges The Ark Captured Samuel Saul, First King of Israel The Struggle for Power King David Solomon's Rule and Empire David and Solomon's City The Nation Divided Egypt Invades Wars of Israel and Judah The Prophet Elijah Elisha and the Revolt of Jehu Tribute to Assyria Crafts and Industries The Spread of Writing Renaissance of the Kingdoms Chaos Ways of War The Destruction of Israel and Judah Exile to Babylonia Babylon The Rise of Persia Return from Exile settlement and Reconstructio Alexander's Empire Alexander's Successors Maccabean Revolt Jewish Independence The Shadow of Rome Herod's Kingdom Birth of Jesus Judaea and Galilee The Ministry of Jesus The Last Days of Jesus Death of Jesus Conversion of Saul Paul's Missionary Journeys Evangelising Christianity Jewish Revolts Against Rom The Spread of Christianity People of the Bible The Holy Land Today Timeline Bibliography Glossary Index Acknowledgments
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