Slache Posted December 2, 2016 Share Posted December 2, 2016 I want to understand when and where the events of the Bible happened, how they affected world history, and the significance of the events mentioned. I know sometimes one little sentence in Scripture is a reference to a huge historical event and sometimes I miss the reference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms.Ivy Posted December 2, 2016 Share Posted December 2, 2016 I use the Archaeological Study Bible for that purpose, along with a basic Bible timeline. I am not sure about other books out there. https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Time-Line-Genesis-Revelation/dp/9901983517/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1480706912&sr=8-2&keywords=bible+timeline https://www.amazon.com/NIV-Archaeological-Study-Bible-Hardcover/dp/031092605X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480706957&sr=8-1&keywords=archaeological+study+bible 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted December 2, 2016 Author Share Posted December 2, 2016 I use the Archaeological Study Bible for that purpose, along with a basic Bible timeline. I am not sure about other books out there. https://www.amazon.com/Bible-Time-Line-Genesis-Revelation/dp/9901983517/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1480706912&sr=8-2&keywords=bible+timeline https://www.amazon.com/NIV-Archaeological-Study-Bible-Hardcover/dp/031092605X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480706957&sr=8-1&keywords=archaeological+study+bible I sent a free sample of the ASB to my kindle. thanks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplelily Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 https://www.amazon.com/Victor-Journey-through-Bible/dp/156476480X This one explains what it was like during the time period of the Bible. https://www.amazon.com/Story-Christianity-Matthew-Price/dp/0789496100 This is more like a history book. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 Great question, Slash. I was looking for just the same thing for DD; thanks for the thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted December 4, 2016 Author Share Posted December 4, 2016 Great question, Slash. I was looking for just the same thing for DD; thanks for the thread! This isn't what I'm looking for but check out https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1581345364/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480873483&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=how+should+we+then+live&dpPl=1&dpID=51P2YkXY2kL&ref=plSrch 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renaissance Mom Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 Slache, The book you linked is fabulous! I highly recommend it. I send it last year as one of several books in a Christian Thought class in our co-op. The students thoroughly enjoyed the depth as well as the breadth of analysis Schaeffer offers regarding how western culture has responded to Christianity and then drifted away from it. I can't say enough good things about this book. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renaissance Mom Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 Oh, forgot to answer your original post...Tapestry of Grace year 1 does what you describe. Of course, it covers more than just history relayed in the Bible. But the teacher notes for history and for worldview really help tie everything together. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted December 4, 2016 Author Share Posted December 4, 2016 Slache, The book you linked is fabulous! I highly recommend it. I send it last year as one of several books in a Christian Thought class in our co-op. The students thoroughly enjoyed the depth as well as the breadth of analysis Schaeffer offers regarding how western culture has responded to Christianity and then drifted away from it. I can't say enough good things about this book. I own it and plan to read it this year. Oh, forgot to answer your original post...Tapestry of Grace year 1 does what you describe. Of course, it covers more than just history relayed in the Bible. But the teacher notes for history and for worldview really help tie everything together. I'm so glad you suggested something inexpensive and convenient to use. :laugh: Seriously though, thanks for the replies. :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redquilthorse Posted December 5, 2016 Share Posted December 5, 2016 Also check out What the Old Testament Authors Cared About by Jason DeRouchie and What the New Testament Authors Cared About (forget the author). Helpful guides to both OT and NT with pictures and graphics. Might not be exactly on point but could be helpful. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3andme Posted December 6, 2016 Share Posted December 6, 2016 If you have time, you might also find this course "The Bible's Prehistory, Purpose and Political Future" of interest as well. It is available on Coursera for free. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted December 6, 2016 Share Posted December 6, 2016 One of my favorite books, and highly regarded: Church History in Plain Language, by Bruce Shelley. It's not a Bible study; it's a history book. The context it gives to biblical and Christian history is fascinating. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted December 6, 2016 Author Share Posted December 6, 2016 One of my favorite books, and highly regarded: Church History in Plain Language, by Bruce Shelley. It's not a Bible study; it's a history book. The context it gives to biblical and Christian history is fascinating. Does it cover Israel as well as Christianity? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted December 6, 2016 Share Posted December 6, 2016 Does it cover Israel as well as Christianity? It starts with the events recorded in the book of Acts. From there it concentrates on wherever the main power of the church was. So, it stays in the Middle East only until Europe becomes the seat of the church. It covers the Reformation and the split between East and West. While it is more than fair in laying bare the political nature of the split between East and West, the thread the book follows is primarily the Western Protestant church. I also feel it is more fair towards the Catholic faith than many other resources I have looked at, though I have heard both Catholics and Eastern Orthodox friends say they wish there was more coverage of those traditions over the long term. The other thing I love about this book is that it is honest in addressing corruption and power in the church, in all branches. It's a positive book, but a realistic one as well. The modern church receives attention also. Israel does not get a ton of attention--the book includes the early Jewish church, and it touches on the blatant racism and persecution of Jews during the Middle Ages and on forward in other times. I don't remember whether or not it hit the creation of Israel in the 1900s. It's a pretty thick brick of a book--I would imagine the authors had to pick a storyline to follow simply because it's impossible to write everything in one book. This book was the text for my high school Church History class. The authors have republished new editions with updated information over the years. When I taught it to my daughter, I bought the Honors Church History pack from Hewitt. The other resources were quite helpful. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historymatters Posted December 11, 2016 Share Posted December 11, 2016 (edited) For Contextual events surrounding the events recorded in the Hebrew Bible and NT studies, I recommend these resources: (these will appeal to different ages) Free map resource: http://jewishhistory.huji.ac.il/links/maps.htm The Temple Institute site has many helpful offerings (no pun intended) The Jewish Study Bible from the Jewish Publication Society-the annotations and notes before the books are excellent These two resources together: The Jewish New Testament by David Stern, The Jewish New Testament Commentary - Stern The Jewish Annotated New Testament - edited by Dr. Amy-Jill Levine (featured Prof. in The Great Courses). Annotations from leading Jewish scholars: neither proselytizes for Christianity nor denigrates Judaism. The New Testament: A Historical Introduction to the Early Christian Writings - Prof. Bart Ehrman (Haven't read this-have watched lectures on Great Courses. Don't always agree on his conclusions, but he is very scholarly) Wanderings: Chaim Potok's History of the Jews – a narrative telling of 4,000 yrs. Of Jewish History – High-school/Adult (personally loved this one-awesome, couldn't put it down) The Time chart of History of Jewish History – Chartwell Books Introduction to Jewish History – Seymour Rossel – ages 7-9 (Covering from Abraham to the Sages) Understanding the Old Testament: An Introductory Atlas to the Hebrew Bible – Carta-Baruch Sarel Understanding Biblical Kingdoms and Empires - Dr. Paul Wright Purim and the Persian Empire: A Historical, Archaeological, and Geographical Perspective – Yehuda Landy Hazor: Rediscovery of a Great Citadel of the Bible – Yigael Yadin- archaeology -Middle school-adult Jerusalem in the Time of Nehemiah – Leen Ritmeyer-ages 9+ From Sinai to Jerusalem: The Wanderings of the Holy Ark – Leen Ritmeyer – ages 9+ A House of Prayer for All Nations: The Holy Temple of Jerusalem – Rabbi Chaim Richman (Temple Institute)- ages 8+ or The Holy Temple of Jerusalem - Rabbi Chaim Richman (Temple Institute) The Splendor of the Temple - Alec Garrad Expensive, but considered extraordinary: Carta's Illustrated Encyclopedia to the Holy Temple -Israel Ariel Understanding the New Testament: An Introductory Atlas - Dr. Paul Wright Jerusalem in the Year 30 AD – Leen Ritmeyer (an archaeological architect) – ages 9+ The Ritual of the Temple in the Time of Christ – Leen Ritmeyer – ages 9+ NT contextual teachings: The Holy Epistle to the Galatians - D. Thomas Lancaster God-Fearers, Book - Toby Janicki Late 1st Cen. and in the early 2nd Cen.: The Last Days of the Fall of Jerusalem – Alfred Church Masada: The Last Fortress - Gloria Miklowitz – ages 8+ The Story of Masada – Yigael Yadin – ages 11+- archaeology and primary documents Bar-Kokhba: The Rediscovery of the Legendary Hero of the Last Jewish Revolt Against Imperial Rome – Yigael Yadin -archeology – Middle school-adult Related Historical Fiction: Hittite Warrior – Joanne Williamson – set 1200 BCE – ages 9-14 God King: A Story in the Days of King Hezekiah – Joanne Williamson -701 BCE Victory on the Walls – Frieda Hyman – 445 BCE- Adara (during Elisha's time)- Beatrice Gormley- ages 8-12 Tirzah (in Egypt with Moses)- Lucille Travis – ages 8-12 The Hammer – Alfred J. Church – Maccabees – FREE Other resources: 5000 Years of Jewish History in 5 Hours – R. Berel Wein audio lecture/cds (good stuff-disagree with his conclusion on Paul and if you listen further, on T. Jefferson and B. Franklin, but his specialty is Jewish History, not other types) FREE: Jewish History Crash Course videos - Rabbi Wein AISH History Crash Course Parables in Midrash: Narrative and Exegesis in Rabbinic Literature - Dr. David Stern ( describes its relation to similar tales in other literatures, including the parables of Jesus in the New Testament and kabbalistic parables.)-heavier reading Judaism in the First Three Centuries of the Christian Era – George Foote Moore – Three Vol. Work -highly regarded as unbiased and uses primary sources for research Books by Hershel Shanks, written from an archaeological perspective concerning: The Dead Sea Scrolls and Jerusalem Other books by Dr. Amy Jill-Levine: Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies Vanderbilt Divinity School (EX: The Misunderstood Jew) Historian Brad H. Young has scholarly books of relevance Church doctrinal effects upon Jewry over the centuries: Our Hands Are Stained with Blood: The Tragic Story of the Church and the Jewish People – Dr. Micheal Brown A newer book of which I am aware of the author, but haven't read the material representing the New Perspective on Paul within Second Temple period history: Paul within Judaism: Restoring the First-Century Context to the Apostle - Mark D. Nanos Same author, more familiar book: The Mystery of Romans: The Jewish Context of Paul's Letters Others by Jewish scholars of note: Paul Was Not a Christian: The Original Message of a Misunderstood Apostle -Pamela Eisenbaum( professor of Biblical studies and Christian origins at Iliff, and is associate faculty of the Center for Judaic Studies at the University of Denver) and an interesting and controversial read by Talmudic Scholar Daniel Boyarin: The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ I know this is a lot, so I hope you enjoy researching through them to see what suits your needs best. At bare minimum, The Jewish Study Bible and the Jewish New Testament with its Commentary; an atlas, Wanderings by Potok, and the Timechart would be invaluable. Edited December 11, 2016 by historymatters 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted December 11, 2016 Author Share Posted December 11, 2016 For Contextual events surrounding the events recorded in the Hebrew Bible and NT studies, I recommend these resources: (these will appeal to different ages) Free map resource: http://jewishhistory.huji.ac.il/links/maps.htm The Temple Institute site has many helpful offerings (no pun intended) The Jewish Study Bible from the Jewish Publication Society-the annotations and notes before the books are excellent These two resources together: The Jewish New Testament by David Stern, The Jewish New Testament Commentary - Stern The Jewish Annotated New Testament - edited by Dr. Amy-Jill Levine (featured Prof. in The Great Courses). Annotations from leading Jewish scholars: neither proselytizes for Christianity nor denigrates Judaism. The New Testament: A Historical Introduction to the Early Christian Writings - Prof. Bart Ehrman (Haven't read this-have watched lectures on Great Courses. Don't always agree on his conclusions, but he is very scholarly) Wanderings: Chaim Potok's History of the Jews – a narrative telling of 4,000 yrs. Of Jewish History – High-school/Adult (personally loved this one-awesome, couldn't put it down) The Time chart of History of Jewish History – Chartwell Books Introduction to Jewish History – Seymour Rossel – ages 7-9 (Covering from Abraham to the Sages) Understanding the Old Testament: An Introductory Atlas to the Hebrew Bible – Carta-Baruch Sarel Understanding Biblical Kingdoms and Empires - Dr. Paul Wright Purim and the Persian Empire: A Historical, Archaeological, and Geographical Perspective – Yehuda Landy Hazor: Rediscovery of a Great Citadel of the Bible – Yigael Yadin- archaeology -Middle school-adult Jerusalem in the Time of Nehemiah – Leen Ritmeyer-ages 9+ From Sinai to Jerusalem: The Wanderings of the Holy Ark – Leen Ritmeyer – ages 9+ A House of Prayer for All Nations: The Holy Temple of Jerusalem – Rabbi Chaim Richman (Temple Institute)- ages 8+ or The Holy Temple of Jerusalem - Rabbi Chaim Richman (Temple Institute) The Splendor of the Temple - Alec Garrad Expensive, but considered extraordinary: Carta's Illustrated Encyclopedia to the Holy Temple -Israel Ariel Understanding the New Testament: An Introductory Atlas - Dr. Paul Wright Jerusalem in the Year 30 AD – Leen Ritmeyer (an archaeological architect) – ages 9+ The Ritual of the Temple in the Time of Christ – Leen Ritmeyer – ages 9+ NT contextual teachings: The Holy Epistle to the Galatians - D. Thomas Lancaster God-Fearers, Book - Toby Janicki Late 1st Cen. and in the early 2nd Cen.: The Last Days of the Fall of Jerusalem – Alfred Church Masada: The Last Fortress - Gloria Miklowitz – ages 8+ The Story of Masada – Yigael Yadin – ages 11+- archaeology and primary documents Bar-Kokhba: The Rediscovery of the Legendary Hero of the Last Jewish Revolt Against Imperial Rome – Yigael Yadin -archeology – Middle school-adult Related Historical Fiction: Hittite Warrior – Joanne Williamson – set 1200 BCE – ages 9-14 God King: A Story in the Days of King Hezekiah – Joanne Williamson -701 BCE Victory on the Walls – Frieda Hyman – 445 BCE- Adara (during Elisha's time)- Beatrice Gormley- ages 8-12 Tirzah (in Egypt with Moses)- Lucille Travis – ages 8-12 The Hammer – Alfred J. Church – Maccabees – FREE Other resources: 5000 Years of Jewish History in 5 Hours – R. Berel Wein audio lecture/cds (good stuff-disagree with his conclusion on Paul and if you listen further, on T. Jefferson and B. Franklin, but his specialty is Jewish History, not other types) FREE: Jewish History Crash Course videos - Rabbi Wein AISH History Crash Course Parables in Midrash: Narrative and Exegesis in Rabbinic Literature - Dr. David Stern ( describes its relation to similar tales in other literatures, including the parables of Jesus in the New Testament and kabbalistic parables.)-heavier reading Judaism in the First Three Centuries of the Christian Era – George Foote Moore – Three Vol. Work -highly regarded as unbiased and uses primary sources for research Books by Hershel Shanks, written from an archaeological perspective concerning: The Dead Sea Scrolls and Jerusalem Other books by Dr. Amy Jill-Levine: Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies Vanderbilt Divinity School (EX: The Misunderstood Jew) Historian Brad H. Young has scholarly books of relevance Church doctrinal effects upon Jewry over the centuries: Our Hands Are Stained with Blood: The Tragic Story of the Church and the Jewish People – Dr. Micheal Brown A newer book of which I am aware of the author, but haven't read the material representing the New Perspective on Paul within Second Temple period history: Paul within Judaism: Restoring the First-Century Context to the Apostle - Mark D. Nanos Same author, more familiar book: The Mystery of Romans: The Jewish Context of Paul's Letters Others by Jewish scholars of note: Paul Was Not a Christian: The Original Message of a Misunderstood Apostle -Pamela Eisenbaum( professor of Biblical studies and Christian origins at Iliff, and is associate faculty of the Center for Judaic Studies at the University of Denver) and an interesting and controversial read by Talmudic Scholar Daniel Boyarin: The Jewish Gospels: The Story of the Jewish Christ I know this is a lot, so I hope you enjoy researching through them to see what suits your needs best. At bare minimum, The Jewish Study Bible and the Jewish New Testament with its Commentary; an atlas, Wanderings by Potok, and the Timechart would be invaluable. You are my new favorite person! Thank you so, so, so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historymatters Posted December 15, 2016 Share Posted December 15, 2016 You are my new favorite person! Thank you so, so, so much! That's very kind; you're welcome! I thought I'd provide another Atlas alternative to help in your decision (it may be more updated and colorful than the others) and a book that goes more into some explaining about the laws, prophets, messianic prophecy, and wisdom lit. An intelligent and educated believer's complementary balance to some of what you'll find in the academics of the Jewish Study Bible. Zondervan Essential Atlas of the Bible - Carl Rasmussen A New Look at the Old Testament - Derek Leman ( warning, having heard him and read his other materials, his treatment of Creation may or may not jive with yours; just a heads-up) BTW, I forgot to mention that the Jewish Study Bible comes from the Documentary Hypothesis school of Biblical literary analysis as opposed to Mosaic authorship, among other things. That doesn't change the historical realities, but it does change the belief of when and by whom books were written and/or compiled (ex: a I, II, and III Isaiah authorships, based historical reading of the text versus just a "one" Isaiah who wrote all of it). This may or may not be an issue for you. If it is, the JSB may not be a good fit. Let me know if that's an issue and I'll see what I can find to take it's place. Adding to the Jewish History category in survey style which may be useful to you (or parts of it for understanding) at some point: Jewish Literacy Revised Ed: The Most Important Things to Know About the Jewish Religion, Its People, and Its History by Rabbi Joseph Telushkin HTH 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garga Posted December 15, 2016 Share Posted December 15, 2016 Mystery of History weaves the bible stories into the history lessons. Meaning that we learned about Daniel in the lesson right after we learned about Aesop, because they were contemporaries historically. I'm not sure that it shows how the events in one country impacted those in another, but it does provide a timeline of when the bible things happened at the same time as non-bible events were going on. Like the Odyssey took place at the same time that the book of Ruth was taking place. So while Odysseus was trying to get back to Penelope, Ruth was gleaning from Boaz's fields. But...honestly I'd probably go with one of the recommendations listed above. Just thought I'd point out the MOH does intertwine the bible with other historical events if you want one more option. I believe you'd only need to get the first MOH book as that one ends with Jesus and there isn't much more to the bible after that. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saddlemomma Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 I realize this is an older thread, but for anyone who is still interested, here is a book I will be using next fall for DD... Historical & Chronological Context of the Bible by Bruce W. Gore. Dr. Gore also offers free video lectures of the book's content on YouTube, as well as comprehension questions and quizzes for the book on his website under "Download Teacher Aids" 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted April 25, 2017 Author Share Posted April 25, 2017 I realize this is an older thread, but for anyone who is still interested, here is a book I will be using next fall for DD... Historical & Chronological Context of the Bible by Bruce W. Gore. Dr. Gore also offers free video lectures of the book's content on YouTube, as well as comprehension questions and quizzes for the book on his website under "Download Teacher Aids" Thanks! I'll check it out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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