The NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, with notes from Dr. John H. Walton (Wheaton College) in the Old Testament and Dr. Craig S. Keener (Asbury Theological Seminary) in the New Testament, brings to life the ancient world of Scripture for modern readers. Lately there have been many books bringing out Hebrew culture in Jesus' day and giving further understanding to the New Testament. I cannot recommend a study Bible any more than this one: Five stars! Retail: $64.99. Make me to know your ways, O LORD; teach me your paths. 2 Now the first to dwell again in their possessions in their cities were Israel, the priests, the Levites, and the temple servants. A master of Middle Eastern culture leads readers into a deeper understanding of the significance of Jesus within his own cultural context. And Judah was taken into exile in Babylon because of their breach of faith. The NKJV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, with notes from Dr. John H. Walton (Wheaton College) in the Old Testament and Dr. Craig S. Keener (Asbury Theological Seminary) in the New Testament, brings to life the ancient world of Scripture for modern readers. On some pages, there are so many foot notes there is literally only and inch and a half of bible text! That's what the NKJV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible provides. Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2016. ... NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible Personal Size Brown Tan Leathersoft Indexed. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 3, 2020. Content superb, print layout — what were they thinking? First Century. O'Day(Eds.) Every page of this NIV Bible is packed with expert insight into the customs, culture, and literature of biblical times. Hear about sales, receive special offers & more. However, it is very tightly packed, so hardly surprising. Please try your request again later. I have recommended this to all my friends, Text is very readable, not sure what other reviews are talling about, Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2017. Every page is packed with expert insight into the customs, culture, and literature of Bible times. In so doing the Bible models how we can speak from our culture and into our culture in very fresh and missional ways. The NIV text falls short in many ways but the notes and information work well as reference if you keep your Christianity intact while reading some entries. Buy NIV, Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, Hardcover, Red Letter Edition: Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture Illustrated by Keener, Craig S., Walton, John H. (ISBN: 9780310431589) from Amazon's Book Store. Very pleased with purchased. I flipped thru and took a few photos and don't see an issue. The NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible is a wonderful addition to the library of those who seek to understand Scripture better, serving either as the main Bible for reading and study, or a frequently consulted resource for those who don’t have the means to purchase or read through similar multi-volume works. 2,000+ study notes, 400+ full-color photographs, 200+ maps and diagrams, 15 articles, 4 timelines, and more. Study Bibles History, Culture, Cultural Background, Archaeological, Chronological. In my analysis of the ESV, I would not use it for daily study based on the following: The full text of the NIV; Large print type size The Faithlife Study Bible invites you to understand the Bible more fully. Your Price: $44.99. First, the wide-ranging and numerous sidebars that are strategically placed throughout offer readers insight into the cultural background and practices of the ancient world that dot the landscape of biblical archaeology. And we expect the forthcoming Systematic Theology Study Bible and the Church History Study Bible both to make significant unique contributions also. Your Price: $50.49. Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes: Removing Cultural Blinders to Better Unders... NLT Life Application Study Bible, Third Edition (Hardcover) Tyndale NLT Bible with ... Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes: Cultural Studies in the Gospels. Cultural Backgrounds . I have told my friends about the light print and they all agree that they will avoid the purchase. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. The grass withers, the open flower fades; but the word of our God shall stand for ever. Upgrade, and get the most out of your new account. There's a problem loading this menu right now. Do not let that keep you from buying this gem. 1 Chronicles 9 English Standard Version (ESV) A Genealogy of the Returned Exiles. Sign Up To Receive Exclusive Email OffersYou can unsubscribe at any time, Sign up to receive exclusive email offersYou can unsubscribe at any time, 1-800-CHRISTIAN1-800-247-4784(Outside the United Statesand Canada Call: 978-977-5000). Both are excellent resources for those who wish to see the biblical text in the light of ancient near eastern archaeology. In essence, a scholar takes his or her years of study of a book and pours that knowledge into the footnotes of a study Bible. These fascinating explanations will serve to clarify your study of the Scriptures, reinforcing your confidence and bringing difficult passages of … Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 4, 2019. Please try again. Yes it is somewhat large and heavy so you can not carry it on your commute incognito ! Moreover, throughout the NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible there are various sidebar topical discussions on cultural themes that arise with each book of the Old Testament and the New.