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For Christians, Flavius Josephus’ (37 to c. 100 A.D) works are one of the most essential extra-biblical chronicles written in the first century. His Jewish Antiquities are particularly valuable for Christians as a fountain of knowledge about the intertestamental period, from the destruction of Solomon’s temple by Antiochus Epiphanes in 167 B.C. to the Roman procurator Florus in 64 A.D. But Josephus’ writings also take us back in Jewish history to God’s creation of the world, providing interesting sidelights to the Hebrew Scripture narratives from oral testimonies and other ancient, ...

A masterpiece of deep learning and fine sensibility, Robert Alter's translation of the Hebrew Bible, now complete, reanimates one of the formative works of our culture. Capturing its brilliantly compact poetry and finely wrought, purposeful prose, Alter renews the Old Testament as a source of literary power and spiritual inspiration. From the family frictions of Genesis and King David's flawed humanity to the serene wisdom of Psalms and Job's incendiary questioning of God's ways, these magnificent works of world literature resonate with a startling immediacy.

The foundation of Hebrew and Jewish religion, thought, law, and society is the Torah - the parchment scroll containing the text of the Five Books of Moses that is located in every synagogue. This accessible guide explains the Torah in clear language, even to those who were not raised in the Jewish religious tradition. Christians who want to know more about the Jewish roots of Christianity need to understand the Torah, as do followers of Islamic tradition and those interested in the roots of Abrahamic faiths.

Rabbi K. A. Schneider decodes the Book of Revelation, revealing how the end-time events prophesied in the New Testament book correspond with the teachings of the Torah and the Hebrew prophets. You will discover how the Passover foreshadows the great tribulation and what the Hebrew prophets reveal about the anti-Messiah, Armageddon, hell, the return of the Messiah, the millennial kingdom, heaven, and much more. This book will teach you what to expect during the last days and how to stand firm in Christ even in the face of opposition.

The Hebrews letter is one of the most intriguing books of the Bible. Many New Testament readers unfamiliar with the Old Testament may find its contents puzzling or irrelevant. However, Hebrews reveals the Bible is not a collection of unrelated stories but a unified story - the story of humanity's redemption through Jesus Christ. Hebrews unfolds the glorious tapestry of God's progressive revelation and its climax in Jesus, allowing us to see His superiority. Nathan S. Whitley has traveled internationally as an evangelist and speaker and presently serves as Associate Pastor of First Apostolic...

Ideal for scholars, students, and anyone seeking spiritual depth or historical insight, The Torah: The Complete Unabridged Collection includes interpretative insights, ethical discussions, and thematic explorations that enhance understanding and engagement. This work serves as a timeless guide that celebrates the teachings and traditions rooted in the heart of Judaism, offering wisdom and inspiration that extends beyond religious boundaries to touch the core of human experience.

Ninety percent of Americans own a copy of the Bible, and while it's the most widely read book, it's also the least understood. Regardless of your religion, understanding the Bible brings much of Western art, literature, and public discourse into greater focus. The Bible for Dummies appeals to people of all faiths, as well as those who don't practice any particular religion, by providing interfaith coverage of the entire Bible and the often fascinating background information that makes the Bible come alive.

Three Israeli women, their lives altered by immigration to the United States, seek to overcome crises.

Does your knowledge of the Old Testament feel like a grab bag of people, books, events, and ideas? How many times have you resolved to really understand the OT? To finally make sense of it? Perhaps you are suffering from what Sandra Richter calls the "dysfunctional closet syndrome". If so, she has a solution. Like a home-organizing expert, she comes in and helps you straighten up your cluttered closet. Whether you are a frustrated do-it-yourselfer or a beginning student enrolled in a course, The Epic of Eden will organize your understanding of the Old Testament.

The Letter to the Hebrews, later to become better known as The Book of Hebrews, from the Apostle Paul (formerly known as Saul of Tarsus). In this classic Letter, Paul demonstrates the end of the old Jewish system of sacrifices, since Jesus the Christ had become the Sacrifice for all and had taken a position at the right hand of the Throne of God, becoming a Heavenly High Priest at his ascension.

This book delves into the hidden identities of the Children of Israel in the Bible. If you like Hebrews to Negroes you will like this book.

Manuscript families are important and are a lot like people.It is important for a person when they can trace their ancestry back to a significant important historical person. The same can be said of manuscript families. This book is the direct descendant of the original Gospel of Matthew written by the disciple of Yeshua (Jesus) himself, Matthew; diligently maintained, not by Christian scholars, but by the Jewish Masoretic community. It's importance to scholars and purists is incredibly important. What you will read in these pages is the version of Matthew that I have prepared to be ...

Walton and Walton offer in The Lost World of the Torah a restorative vision of the ancient genre of instruction for wisdom that makes up a significant portion of the Old Testament. In the ancient Near East, order was achieved through the wisdom of those who governed society. The objective of torah was to teach the Israelites to be wise about the kind of order needed to receive the blessings of God's favor and presence within the context of the covenant. Here listeners will find fresh insight on this fundamental genre of the Old Testament canon.

Unlock the ancient wisdom of the Hebrew Bible with "The Tanakh: A Beginner's Guide: Stories, Laws, and Prophecies." This masterful guide offers readers an accessible entry point into one of the most influential texts in human history, revealing the profound insights and timeless lessons contained within its pages. Dive into the captivating stories that have shaped civilizations for millennia. From the creation of the world to the heroic journeys of the patriarchs and prophets, this book brings to life the narratives of Abraham, Moses, David, and many more. Experience their triumphs, trials,...

In the 2014 New York Times best seller Jesus on Trial, David Limbaugh made a case for the Gospels as hard evidence of the existence of God, drawing on his own spiritual journey from skeptic to believer. Now Limbaugh looks deeper into the scriptures and discovers that Jesus Christ's very being reveals itself in a close reading of the sacred texts.

These two volumes on the Minor Prophets offer more of James Montgomery Boice's informative and practical commentary. Volume 1 surveys Hosea through Jonah, and volume 2 covers Micah through Malachi. Both volumes offer thorough interpretation of the text in a clearly written manner that will inform and help a wide range of listeners, from serious Bible students to interested laypersons. Based on messages Boice preached, these expositional commentaries explain the meaning of the text verse by verse and section by section.

Written to help listeners better understand Jesus's life, death, and ultimate mission, this new book by well-known preacher John MacArthur looks at an important - yet often misunderstood - section of the Bible: Isaiah 53. Often hailed as one of the greatest chapters in the Bible, this passage foretells the crucifixion of Jesus, a critical event in God's ultimate plan for salvation. Explaining the prophetic words of Isaiah 53 verse by verse, MacArthur highlights important connections to the history of Israel and to the New Testament.

For thousands of years, the Psalms have been a source of comfort, faith, and inspiration. They are more than poetry—they are a guide to navigating life's challenges with wisdom, strength, and trust in Hashem. Whether in times of joy or hardship, the Psalms speak to the deepest parts of the human soul, offering words of hope, gratitude, and resilience. This book goes beyond simply presenting the Psalms—it uncovers their practical lessons for everyday Jewish life.

This monograph offers a new interpretation to the mysterious identity of the Melchizedek who met Abraham in Genesis 14: 18-20. The interpretation is far reaching and provides a new understanding of many scattered Scriptures. The postulations are made in easy-to-read style and was prompted by questions which followed one of his lectures.

Critics outside the church often accuse the Old Testament God of genocide, racism, ethnic cleansing, and violence. But a rising tide of critics within the church claim that Moses and other "primitive," violence-prone prophets were mistaken about God's commands and character. Both sets of critics dismiss this allegedly harsh, flawed, "textual" Old Testament God in favor of the kind, compassionate, "actual" God revealed by Jesus. Are they right to do so?