Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 1: Joshua-Ruth

Following Joshua's conquest to the time of the judges

  • Study the land in which the stories of Joshua, Judges, and Ruth took place
  • Learn how geographic and cultural factors can provide theological insights
  • Visualize the promised land through full-color maps and photos

Joshua led Israel to conquer a real historic land, and the judges delivered Israel from real historic enemies. When we understand geographic and cultural features of the Bible, we experience its stories with fresh eyes.

  • Why did Joshua attack the cities he did?
  • Why are Dan and Beersheba so regularly paired?
  • What is the significance of Samson's battles in the Shephelah?

Written by a team of experts on biblical geography and culture, the Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 1, is a guide to the world of Israel in the promised land. Each article addresses a particular story, event, or subject in Judges through Ruth, with full-color maps and photos providing deeper layers of context. Historical and cultural insights give readers a richer understanding of the biblical story.

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Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 1: Joshua-Ruth

Following Joshua's conquest to the time of the judges

  • Study the land in which the stories of Joshua, Judges, and Ruth took place
  • Learn how geographic and cultural factors can provide theological insights
  • Visualize the promised land through full-color maps and photos

Joshua led Israel to conquer a real historic land, and the judges delivered Israel from real historic enemies. When we understand geographic and cultural features of the Bible, we experience its stories with fresh eyes.

  • Why did Joshua attack the cities he did?
  • Why are Dan and Beersheba so regularly paired?
  • What is the significance of Samson's battles in the Shephelah?

Written by a team of experts on biblical geography and culture, the Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 1, is a guide to the world of Israel in the promised land. Each article addresses a particular story, event, or subject in Judges through Ruth, with full-color maps and photos providing deeper layers of context. Historical and cultural insights give readers a richer understanding of the biblical story.

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Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 1: Joshua-Ruth

Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 1: Joshua-Ruth

by Barry J Beitzel (Editor)
Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 1: Joshua-Ruth

Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 1: Joshua-Ruth

by Barry J Beitzel (Editor)

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Following Joshua's conquest to the time of the judges

  • Study the land in which the stories of Joshua, Judges, and Ruth took place
  • Learn how geographic and cultural factors can provide theological insights
  • Visualize the promised land through full-color maps and photos

Joshua led Israel to conquer a real historic land, and the judges delivered Israel from real historic enemies. When we understand geographic and cultural features of the Bible, we experience its stories with fresh eyes.

  • Why did Joshua attack the cities he did?
  • Why are Dan and Beersheba so regularly paired?
  • What is the significance of Samson's battles in the Shephelah?

Written by a team of experts on biblical geography and culture, the Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 1, is a guide to the world of Israel in the promised land. Each article addresses a particular story, event, or subject in Judges through Ruth, with full-color maps and photos providing deeper layers of context. Historical and cultural insights give readers a richer understanding of the biblical story.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781683597919
Publisher: Lexham Press
Publication date: 12/10/2025
Series: Lgc
Pages: 650
Product dimensions: 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.00(d)
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