An image rich, passage-by-passage commentary that integrates relevant historical and cultural insights, providing a deeper dimension of perspective to the words of the New Testament.

Discoveries await you that will snap the world of the New Testament into new focus. Things that seem mystifying, puzzling, or obscure will take on tremendous meaning when you view them in their ancient context. With the Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary, you'll:

• Discover the close interplay between God's kingdom and the practical affairs of the church.
• Learn more about the real life setting of the Old Testament writings to help you identify with the people and circumstances described in Scripture.
• Gain a deeper awareness of the Bible's relevance for your life.

In this volume, detailed exegetical notes are combined with background information of the cultural settings that will help you interpret the book of Acts.

THE ZONDERVAN ILLUSTRATED BIBLE BACKGROUNDS COMMENTARY SERIES

Invites you to enter the world of the New Testament with a company of seasoned guides, experts who will help you understand and teach the biblical text more accurately. Features:

• Commentary based on relevant papyri, inscriptions, archaeological discoveries, and studies of Judaism, Roman culture, Hellenism, and other features of the world of the New Testament.
• Hundreds of full-color photographs, color illustrations, and line drawings.
• Copious maps, charts, and timelines.
• Sidebar articles and insights.
• "Reflections" on the Bible's relevance for 21st-century living.

About the Author
Clinton E. Arnold (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is research professor of New Testament at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University in La Mirada, California. He has authored many books and commentaries, including Ephesians in the Zondervan Exegetical Commentary series and Acts in the Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary.


Book Information
ISBN 9780310599807
Author Clinton E. Arnold
Format Hardback
Page Count 304
Imprint Zondervan Academic
Publisher Zondervan
Weight(grams) 988g
Dimensions(mm) 244mm * 197mm * 26mm