Bible Backgrounds

Bible Backgrounds: Explanatory Notes on the Bible

By Merle D. Strege

Whether you're leading a small group, preparing an expository sermon, or reading the Bible in your own devotional time, you're likely to need help in understanding the Word of God. Even the best Bible student wants to know more about topics like these:

• The culture and customs of Bible times
• Secular history that influenced Bible events
• How Bible books were written and edited
• The meaning of key Hebrew and Greek words
• How various Christian groups teach Bible doctrines

You will find this information and more in this reference book by Dr. Merle D. Strege, of Anderson University. Bible Backgrounds contains Dr. Strege's reference material published in the Bridges curriculum over a nine-year period. Drawing upon the latest discoveries of Bible archeologists, linguists, and theologians, Dr. Strege has compiled an effective tool for in-depth Bible study.

Dr. Arthur M. Kelly says of this book: "For many years, Dr. Strege has provided guidance, direction, insight, context, and information to help teachers and learners better understand Scripture. Bible Backgrounds contains that work and makes it accessible for wider useÉ[This book will] assist the Holy Spirit in the holy work of forming Christ in God's people." -Preface

Format: Hardcover

Pages: 425

Size: 6.25" x 9.25"