Biblical History & Culture

The Works of Josephus

Josephus's writings on ancient Jewish thought, background, and history are now more accessible than ever! The entire text is set in easy-to-read type, and the Loeb referencing system is added to help you locate passages mentioned in other reference works. Also includes expanded indexes, Arabic numbers, and the text and notes of Whiston's 4-volume study on Josephus. 926 pages, hardcover from Hendrickson.

Feasts of the Bible Pamphlet

Throughout the Old Testament, God commanded the Children of Israel to observe these holy days (holidays) as memorials to the mighty things that he had done in their lives. This bestselling pamphlet celebrates and explains the Feasts & Holidays of the Bible. The glossy full-color pamphlet's easy-to-use fold-out chart provides the name of each holiday, date of observance, explanation of the holiday, and reveals how each holiday points to Jesus as the promised Messiah. Holidays include: Passover, Firstfruits, Yom Kippur, and Purim among others.

Josephus: The Complete Works

Paint yourself into the picture of First Century Palestine.You haven't completed your biblical understanding until you've traveled back to the lands where it all took place. Now you can hear the sounds and see the sights, meet the people who were there when it happened.This comprehensive account from the legendary Jewish historian takes you right into the action, setting up the historical relevance of first-century events, taking you all the way from Creation to Roman occupation. In the process, Josephus provides substantial first-hand corroboration of the biblical record.Most importantly, you'll meet the historical Jesus in Josephus' writings, as well as John the Baptist and other familiar faces. You'll be able to understand the background of the New Testament like never before.

The Lost Books of the Bible and the Forgotten Books of Eden

Suppressed by the early Church Fathers who compiled the Bible, these Apocryphal Books have for centuries been shrouded in silence. Now, for the first time in paperbound book, the reader can discover the hidden beauties of the Lost Books

Life Together

After his martyrdom at the hands of the Gestapo in 1945, Dietrich Bonhoeffer continued his witness in the hearts of Christians around the world. His "Letters and Papers from Prison" became a prized testimony to Christian faith and courage, read by thousands. Now in "Life Together" we have Pastor Bonhoeffer's experience of Christian community. This story of a unique fellowship in an underground seminary during the Nazi years reads like one of Paul's letters. It gives practical advice on how life together in Christ can be sustained in families and groups. The role of personal prayer, worship in common, everyday work, and Christian service is treated in simple, almost biblical, words. "Life Together" is bread for all who are hungry for the real life of Christian fellowship.

Catechism of the Catholic Church

Four centuries in the making, a monumental undertaking and a magnificent achievement, the first definitive Catholic Catechism since the Council of Trent in 1566 details the doctrine, dogma, and the basic tenets of the Church.

Women of the Bible Timeline

Own a chronological overview of 100 key women of the Bible with this full-color pamphlet. From Esther to Mary Magdalene and the Samaritan woman at the well, dig into the stories of these 100 women side-by-side at a glance.

A Brief Walk through Christian History

How did Christianity grow from a dozen disciples to a worldwide movement?

The New Book of Christian Martyrs

In the twenty-first century, we're witnessing a rise in Christian persecution like we have rarely seen since the first century.&nbsp;Many people don’t realize that today thousands of Christians are dying cruel deaths throughout much of the world. There were more martyrs in the&nbsp;last&nbsp;century than in all the previous Christian centuries combined. Millions have given their lives since the fall of Rome, and today tens of thousands die annually for their faith in Jesus.&nbsp; 
 
The New Book of Christian Martyrs&nbsp;commemorates those modern-day heroes. In this update to&nbsp;Foxe’s Book of Martyrs, Johnnie Moore and Jerry Pattengale highlight key martyrs of past centuries and feature stories of contemporary martyrs around the world. Johnnie and Jerry offer this compilation of heroes from the first century to the twenty-first century, from all over the world, to inspire Christians around the globe. We should never forget their sacrifice for the truth.

Scribes and Scripture

Find answers to common questions about the writing, copying, canonizing, and translating of the Bible.
There are many common questions and misconceptions around the formation and history of the Bible such as:
- Why is the Bible composed of the current 66 books instead of others? 
- Why are there so many translations? 
- How are we to understand both the human and divine elements of the Bible?
In Scholars and Scripture, scholars John D. Meade and Peter J. Gurry explore these questions and offer tools to interpret the evidence about God&#39;s word.
Starting with the history of the Bible, from the invention of the alphabet to the most recent English translations, the book hones in on three core areas: the writing and copying of the Bible, the canonization of the Bible, and the translation of the Bible. Using Old and New Testament scholarship, Meade and Gurry help God&#39;s people better appreciate the story of the Bible as a way to better appreciate the stories in the Bible.

27 Servants of Sovereign Joy

John Piper, bestselling author, delivers 27 biographies of notable heroes of the Christian faith such as Augustine, John Calvin, and Martin Luther.
Throughout church history, the faithful ministries of Christian leaders, while filled with struggle, sin, and weakness, have magnified the worth and majesty of God. Their lives and teachings are still quite relevant. Their voices live on through the stories we read and tell today.
In this book, John Piper celebrates the lives of 27 leaders from church history, presenting a close look at their perseverance amidst opposition, weakness, and suffering. Let the resilience of these faithful yet flawed saints inspire you toward a life of Christ-exalting courage, passion, and joy.
Originally published as 21 Servants of Sovereign Joy, this new edition includes chapters on Martin Lloyd-Jones, Jonathan Edwards, Bill Piper, J. C. Ryle, Andrew Fuler, and Robert Murray McCheyne.

Creeds, Confessions, & Catechisms

Followers of Jesus have used creeds and confessions to express their core beliefs for centuries. Summarizing key truths from Scripture into brief statements, these words have shaped the church for generations and continue to teach and inspire believers today.
Creeds, Confessions, and Catechisms brings together 13 historic statements of faith, including the Apostles&#39; Creed, the Belgic Confession, and the Heidelberg Catechism, into one beautiful collection. Each text has an introduction from the editor, Chad Van Dixhoorn, that explains its origins and significance to the early church. As you learn and revist these timeless confessions of faith, you can grow spiritually and learn even more about Christian history.

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