Written by a professor at Moody Bible Institute,
this book covers the period between the Old Testament and New Testament. It is
for any person who wants to better understand the historical context for the
New Testament. While Dr. Marty is a scholar, one need not go to seminary to
benefit from this great little book.
Dr. Marty writes as a storyteller because history
is, after all, a compilation of stories. Learn about the empires that ruled
Israel and Judah: the Persians, the Medes, the Greeks, and the Romans. Learn
why the Herods were so feared. Learn to appreciate the courage of the Maccabees.
If you don't know a Pharisee from a Sadducee, or a
Maccabee from a Macedonian, this book will give you the big picture of history
from Malachi through Acts. I recommend this for everyone from older youths
through seasoned Sunday School teachers.
I received a free review copy of this book from
Bethany House publishers.
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