ReviewsTaking a narrative approach, The IVP Atlas of Bible History draws you into the rich resources available today on the Bible's history, geography and archaeology. The Atlas presents the latest findings in history and archaeology in a readable style that will appeal to anyone wanting to know more about the history of the Bible., The IVP Atlas of Bible History is an excellent resource, but it is more than that. I found myself reading it, fascinated by what I was learning., This atlas is highly recommended to those interested in Bible studies as a class or on an individual level., . . .a visually rich work brimming with high-quality photographs, reconstructions, maps, charts and sidebars., The printing and illustrations are of high quality throughout . . . a good teaching tool and companion for Bible reading and study., This volume is sure to be used and enjoyed; and, in so doing, biblical history will come alive for the reader. Highly recommended., A very helpful companion volume for the study of biblical history. It combines an overview of biblical history with numerous maps, photos, and charts., At a certain time and at a certain place our Lord Jesus rose from the dead. This atlas helps its readers better understand both the history and geography of this pivotal event, as well as that of the prior and subsequent events which led to and stemmed from it. It is this reviewer's opinion that we all would benefit from having this book in our personal libraries and in our church libraries., The IVP Atlas of Bible History is an excellent resource, but it is more than that. I found myself reading it, fascinated by what I was learning., The implicit, relatively conservative faith that hovers in the background could be comforting to some and does not compromise the sound scholarship of the work., The Atlas presents the latest findings in history and archaeology in a readable style that will appeal to anyone wanting to know more about the history of the Bible.
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Table Of ContentIntroduction Chronology of the Events of the Bible and the Ancient Near East Map of Israel in Old and New Testament Times What is the Bible? Creation The Flood Nations and Languages Languages of the Bible Mesopotamia The Patriarchs: The Biblical Evidence Archaeological Evidence for the Patriarchs Egypt Joseph Moses The Ten Plagues The Exodus The Giving of the Law The Tabernacle The Conquest of Transjordan The Conquest of Canaan: Jericho and Ai The Conquest of Canaan: The Defeat of the Kings Evidence of the Conquest of Canaan The Geography of Canaan The Climate of Canaan The Twelve Tribes of Israel The Judges The Philistine Threat The Establishment of the Hebrew Monarchy David's Conquests David's Latter Years Writing Archives and Libraries of the Ancient World Solomon Solomon's Temple Solomon's Trade The Division of the Kingdom The Neighbors of Israel and Judah The Kings of Israel The Hebrew Prophets Assyria: The Threat from the North The Israelites Exiled The Kings of Judah Hezekiah and Sennacherib Jerusalem Delivered Warfare and Fortifications Judah from Manasseh to the Fall of Nineveh Josiah and the Rise of Babylon Judah Exiled The Later Hebrew Prophets The Trade of Tyre Daniel and Nebuchadnezzar The Fall of Babylon and Cyrus's Decree Rebuilding the Temple Xerxes and Esther Ezra and Nehemiah Alexander the Great and the Spread of Hellenism The Ptolemies and Seleucids Antiochus Epiphanes and the Maccabean Wars The Jews in Egypt The Jews in the Second and First Centuries BC The Romans Herod the Great Herod the Great Rebuilds the Temple Amulets and Scrolls Jesus is Born The Ministry of Christ: First Year The Ministry of Christ: Second Year Jerusalem in New Testament Times The Ministry of Christ: Final Year Jesus' Death and the Empty Tomb The Birth of the Church Travel in the Roman World Paul's First Journey: Cyprus and Asia Minor Paul's Second Journey: Philippi and Thessalonica Paul's Second Journey: Athens and Corinth Paul's Third Journey: Ephesus Paul's Third Journey: From Ephesus to Jerusalem Paul's Journey to Rome The Letters of the New Testament Rome The Fall of Jerusalem The Seven Churches of Asia: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum The Seven Churches of Asia: Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, Laodicea The Spread of Christianity Glossary Bibliography Index Gazetteer Scripture Reference Index Picture Acknowledgments
SynopsisLawrence takes a narrative approach in presenting this atlas, a rich resource of Bible history, geography, and archaeology. The atlas traces the main events in the Old and New Testaments from Abraham to Paul. The text includes relief maps, photos, panoramic illustrations, site plans, and battle plans., ECPA Christian Book Award WinnerTaking a narrative approach, The IVP Atlas of Bible History draws you into the rich resources available today on the Bible's history, geography and archaeology. The many maps, photographs, drawings and reconstructions on every page help you see for yourself what the people of Bible times saw and did. The Atlas presents the latest findings in history and archaeology in a readable style that will appeal to anyone wanting to know more about the history of the Bible.The world of the Bible deals with more than the modern state of Israel. Almost half of the events in the Bible are set outside this territory, and much of the Bible is addressed to people in other lands. Thus this atlas covers the world of the Bible, stretching from Spain to Iran, from Yemen to northern Greece. Trade widened these horizons even further to include India and possibly China and the east coast of Africa.The history of the Bible is played out on the stages of Egypt, Rome, Babylon and Persia. Many of the places in the ancient world are still important today, like Jerusalem, Damascus and Athens. These all play their role in the story that has shaped the imaginations and dreams of peoples and nations for centuries. All this, and more, is found in the pages of this enlightening, wonderful book., ECPA Christian Book Award Winner Taking a narrative approach, The IVP Atlas of Bible History draws you into the rich resources available today on the Bible's history, geography and archaeology. The many maps, photographs, drawings and reconstructions on every page help you see for yourself what the people of Bible times saw and did. The Atlas presents the latest findings in history and archaeology in a readable style that will appeal to anyone wanting to know more about the history of the Bible. The world of the Bible deals with more than the modern state of Israel. Almost half of the events in the Bible are set outside this territory, and much of the Bible is addressed to people in other lands. Thus this atlas covers the world of the Bible, stretching from Spain to Iran, from Yemen to northern Greece. Trade widened these horizons even further to include India and possibly China and the east coast of Africa. The history of the Bible is played out on the stages of Egypt, Rome, Babylon and Persia. Many of the places in the ancient world are still important today, like Jerusalem, Damascus and Athens. These all play their role in the story that has shaped the imaginations and dreams of peoples and nations for centuries. All this, and more, is found in the pages of this enlightening, wonderful book., Paul Lawrence takes a narrative approach in presenting this atlas, a rich resource of Bible history, geography and archaeology. The atlas traces the main events in the Old and New Testaments from Abraham to Paul. The text includes relief maps, photos, panoramic illustrations, site plans and battle plans., Open Your Understanding of the World of Scripture The story of the Bible is inextricably linked to the land. To understand biblical history, we need to understand how the people, events, and geography interacted to form that ancient world. Spanning three thousand years of biblical history, The IVP Atlas of Bible History reveals the many fascinating ways that history and archaeology confirm and complement the Bible's story. Taking a narrative approach, the atlas traces the unfolding of major events in the Old and New Testaments, from Abraham's wanderings in Canaan and Egypt to Paul's missions and the founding of new churches. It covers the many places of the world of the Bible, from Spain to Iran, from Yemen to Greece. Scholarly insights presented in a readable style add depth and color to our understanding of key people and stories in Scripture. Features and benefits you'll find in The IVP Atlas of Bible History: Ninety-seven maps to help understand the biblical narrative and provide background information More than 150 color photographs, panoramic illustrations, and site plans, plus a range of battle plans and small artworks Special features on subjects such as the peoples and languages of the Bible that will deepen understanding of geography, landscape, climate, culture, and religion. This is the perfect companion for anyone seeking a clear, reader-friendly, visual introduction to the history of the Bible., A 2007 ECPA Christian Book Award Winner Taking a narrative approach, The IVP Atlas of Bible History draws you into the rich resources available today on the Bible's history, geography and archaeology. The many maps, photographs, drawings and reconstructions on every page help you see for yourself what the people of Bible times saw and did. The Atlas presents the latest findings in history and archaeology in a readable style that will appeal to anyone wanting to know more about the history of the Bible. The world of the Bible deals with more than the modern state of Israel. Almost half of the events in the Bible are set outside this territory, and much of the Bible is addressed to people in other lands. Thus this atlas covers the world of the Bible, stretching from Spain to Iran, from Yemen to northern Greece. Trade widened these horizons even further to include India and possibly China and the east coast of Africa. The history of the Bible is played out on the stages of Egypt, Rome, Babylon and Persia. Many of the places in the ancient world are still important today, like Jerusalem, Damascus and Athens. These all play their role in the story that has shaped the imaginations and dreams of peoples and nations for centuries. All this, and more, is found in the pages of this enlightening, wonderful book.