The Abingdon introduction to the Bible : understanding Jewish and Christian scriptures /
Kaminsky, Joel S.,1960-
Lohr, Joel N.,author.
Reasoner, Mark,author.
"This comprehensive introduction to the various collections of biblical literature used by Jews, Catholics, and Protestants gives the beginner clear, concise, and engaging entries into each book while covering major controversies. The authors show how various biblical books have influenced and continue to have an impact upon western ethics, politics, and, of course, religion. Using artistic renderings and charts, this book is student-friendly but communicates a depth of learning in a responsible and balanced fashion." -- Publisher's description.
Includes bibliographical references.
The Tanakh (Hebrew Bible) Old Testament -- The Five Scrolls -- The Apocrypha -- The New Testament.
"This comprehensive introduction to the various collections of biblical literature used by Jews, Catholics, and Protestants gives the beginner clear, concise, and engaging entries into each book while covering major controversies. The authors show how various biblical books have influenced and continue to have an impact upon western ethics, politics, and, of course, religion. Using artistic renderings and charts, this book is student-friendly but communicates a depth of learning in a responsible and balanced fashion." -- Publisher's description.
Bible
Abingdon introduction to the Bible