Walton, John
The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament (The IVP Bible background commentary)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780830814190
- author:
- Walton, John
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- IVP USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 832
- Dimensions:
- 15.24 x 5.59 x 22.86 centimetres
- Genre:
- Biblical concordances & commentaries
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament provides historical, social and cultural background for each passage of the Old Testament. By illuminating the stories and texts with this backdrop of culture and history, these passages spring to new life. Archaeologists, historians and social scientists have greatly advanced our knowledge of the ancient world of the Bible, shedding light on the narratives, genealogies, laws, poetry, proverbs and prophecies that make up the Old Testament.