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Based on decades of in-depth study, best-selling The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament is an accessible commentary, valuable for:
pastors in sermon preparation
Sunday-school and other church teachers as they build lessons
missionaries concerned not to import their own cultural biases into the Bible
college and seminary students in classroom assignments
everyday Bible readers seeking to deepen and enhance their study of Scripture
Expert scholars John Walton, Victor Matthews and Mark Chavalas have included these along with the fruits of their research and collaboration:
a glossary of historical terms, ancient peoples, texts and inscriptions
maps and charts of important historical resources
expanded explanations of significant background issues
introductory essays on each book of the Old Testament
Preaching's Preacher's Guide to the Best Bible Reference
From Genesis through Malachi, this single volume gathers and condenses an abundance of specialized knowledge--making it available and accessible to ordinary readers of the Old Testament.
This unique commentary provides, in verse-by-verse format for each book of the New Testament, the crucial cultural background you need for responsible—and richer—Bible study.
Authors
John H. Walton, Victor H. Matthews, and Mark W. Chavalas