The World of the Bible by John Drane

The World of the Bible by John Drane

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Summary

The authors of the 66 books of the Bible reflect the social, cultural and religious contexts in which they lived. Understanding these contexts can greatly enrich and deepen our appreciation of the Bible's meaning and message. In this splendid book, John Drane provides an unparalleled survey of the many different worlds which helped to forge the pa

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The World of the Bible by John Drane

Written by John Drane, a popular and best-selling author, this is a fascinating insight into the background of the Bible - the worlds of Abraham, Egypt, Babylon, Persia, Assyria, Greece and Rome. In-depth research and superb writing combined make this an essential book for anyone who wants to fully understand the context of the biblical narrative. It covers thousands of years of history, and includes material on ritual and cultural practices, politics and society, faith, travel, trade, everyday life, and more.
John Drane taught practical theology at the universities of Stirling and Aberdeen, and is currently a Fellow of St John's College, Durham, and an adjunct professor at Fuller Theological Seminary, California. He is widely known for his best-selling books on the Bible: Introducing the Old Testament and Introducing the New Testament.
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ISBN 13 9780745956459
ISBN 10 0745956459
Title The World of the Bible
Author John Drane
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher SPCK Publishing
Year published 2014-02-21
Number of pages 432
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.