Old Testament History

This third volume in the Patristic Commentary on the Book of Isaiah examines a pivotal moment in the prophetic narrative, where historical drama, spiritual warfare, and divine intervention intersect. Covering chapters 36–39, this section presents the reign of King Hezekiah during the Assyrian siege—an era marked by both miraculous deliverance and tragic human weakness. Through the eyes of the early Church Fathers and the Coptic Orthodox tradition, we encounter God not only as the Righteous Judge but as the Holy Grantor of Victory, who saves His people when they turn to Him in prayer and...

The God of the Old Testament commanded and endorsed many practices that we find morally reprehensible today. High on the list was the institution of slavery, which features prominently in several sections of the Hebrew Bible. Fathers could sell their daughters into slavery; masters could beat their slaves; creditors could carry off children for failure to repay a debt; and foreigners could be kept for life, passed down as inherited property. How are we to make sense of all of this from our modern point of view?

“BLACK MEN IN THE BIBLE (The blessing of “Melanin”) (Pictures and Illustrations print in color) The only book that comes with a guarantee Guaranteed, once read, you will never see the Black man quite the same again. The mystery of why the Black man is most hated will finally be solved. But understanding "why" he is most hated will come as a big surprise to most. Of all races of men, the Black man is most "unique!" he stands alone in appearance (created with a rich ingredient of "Melanin" in his cellular structure; making his skin tone dark)! For he was fashioned by our Heavenly Father...

British Narrator Simon Peterson reads The Book of Leviticus in this wonderful audiobook collection of The Old Testament. As a well-known Christian Broadcaster, Simon has the ideal voice for those of all ages who want to listen to The Bible in full, unabridged form. His emotive reading perfectly captures the beauty and power of God's Word and makes the King James English clear and easy to understand.

"DAVID: Leadership Lessons from the Heart of A King" explores the remarkable life of King David, a towering figure in history and scripture. In this insightful work, the author, a distinguished behavioral analyst and axiologist, applies a profound understanding of human nature and behavior to uncover the timeless principles of leadership embedded within David's story. With eloquent prose and a scholarly approach, this book explores how David's decisions, relationships, and challenges offer invaluable insights into the art of leadership. Drawing upon extensive research and a keen ...

The Qur'anic sura (chapter) of Joseph deals almost entirely with the story of this noble Prophet, his brothers, and their father Prophet Jacob. Since the revelation of the Qur'an fourteen centuries ago, there have been numerous attempts to interpret this sura. The present study is a genuinely new look at the sura - including careful examination of the historical background of its story and detailed comparison with the corresponding Biblical narrative. While referring to interpretations from classical exegetical works, this book offers new insights into the meanings and magnificence of this ...

The two-part Teacher's Edition contains the complete student text plus answer keys. In this 250+ page guide Teachers can explore exposition and commentaries with students and assign as many or as few review questions as desired. Choose from among a rich selection of special projects and optional essay assignments. Link to YouTube videos directly from the text.

As you start your journey through the Bible, keep in mind that the great God who called Moses and the nation of Israel also wants to lead you. The same God who spoke to Moses speaks to you today. His message, alive and vibrant, is one told through the lives of men and women like Moses, Joshua and Miriam. The apostle Paul acknowledged this when he wrote to the church at Corinth: “Our forefathers were all under the cloud and…they all passed through the sea…. These things happened to them as examples and were written down as warnings for us, on whom the fulfillment of the ages has come...

The grandchildren gathered around Grandma Monica on the first day of the family’s summer vacation. Young Mina said: “Grandma, we are so happy that you have decided to spend this vacation with us. We want to hear a bedtime story each evening throughout this week of your vacation!” Grandma Monica answered: “I would be glad to get together with you each evening and tell you the story of the most splendid journey in ancient history; it happened more than forty centuries ago. Can you guess which story I am talking about?” John said: “Oh! Oh! I know, you are probably referring to the ...

Can you trust the Bible in a skeptical age? Understand its depths? Live its truths today? The Andrews Bible Blueprint delivers a powerful, practical guide to answer yes—unequivocally. Edward D. Andrews, Chief Translator of the Updated American Standard Version (UASV) and author of over 220 books, distills decades of biblical scholarship into a single, transformative volume for believers, seekers, and skeptics alike. In three dynamic parts, this blueprint equips you to engage Scripture with confidence. Why Trust the Bible? unearths hard evidence—archaeology, prophecy, history—proving ...

Do you want to know how Christianity became the largest religion in the world? Hear about the 50 most important events in Christian history, from the Old Testament to modern times. This book will give you a comprehensive overview of the history of Christianity. Author James Weber did the research and compiled this huge list of events that changed the course of this nation forever. This book is the perfect resource for students and anyone wanting to broaden their knowledge in history.

Impossible. That is the word that continues to describe Abraham. Scholars have long thought his life was only myth, a legend to give Israel a past. Even Christians have reduced the story to fable, trying to reconcile his life story with scientific claims propped up by anthropology and evolution. The critics are firm: there is no archaeological or historical evidence to support the biblical account of Abraham. But their foundation has cracks, and new discoveries are widening them. In this book you'll learn about the discoveries that are changing scholars' minds and confirming the truth ...

There are about seven million Jews in existence in all the nations of the earth. They are living in almost every land under the sun. They excel all other people in being despised. There is not another race or people that is in such a sense a benefactor of the human race as they are, and have been. There is not another people under the sun that is treated so like despicable miscreants as they are, and have been. For two thousand years they have experienced hatred and contempt and persecution. They are an extraordinary race by their faults, by their virtues, and by their long experience. They...

2020 came and I began to pray for reviving. I can’t say I know why, but I began waking up around midnight each night to pray that God would give us “a little reviving.” One night, around the middle of January, I said to God in one of those midnight prayer meetings, “Whatever you need to break in us that we might see a little reviving, I give you permission.” Wow, I could have never guessed how God would answer that! 2020 has provided us, not only with the normal things everyone has been dealing with such as: COVID-19, assembly restrictions, economic troubles, and a massive shift ...