Criticism and exegesis of sacred texts Books

This book is a study of related passages found in the Arabic Qur'ān and the Aramaic Gospels, i.e. the Gospels preserved in the Syriac and Christian Palestinian Aramaic dialects. It builds upon the work of traditional Muslim scholars, including al-Biqā'ī...

This book explores Christology through the lens of whiteness, addressing whiteness as a site of privilege and power within the specific context of Christology. It asks whether or not Jesus' life and work offers theological, religious and ethical...

The interpretation of scripture provides a link between contemporary theology and the documents of the church's earliest traditions. This well-known work, once again made available, examines the principal methods which Christians have used to interpret...

Life is profitless; totally absurd. This oppressive message lies at the heart of the Bible's strangest book. Enjoy life if you can, advises the author, for old age will soon overtake you. And even as you enjoy, know that the world is meaningless. No...

Originally published in 1950 as the first title in the series Studies in Biblical Theology, Baptism in the New Testament was welcomed as, and has continued ever since to be an invaluable contribution to the debate set afoot by Barth in his booklet, The...

The aim of lifework into present for theological consideration the Old Testament witness to the nature of man. It contains detailed studies of the way in which Israelite man was thought of, and of the ways in which the Old Testament describes his...

This original short work by scholar and cultural commentator John Dickson presents a new and persuasive biblical argument for allowing women to preach freely in churches.

Soul Keeping is a six-session small group Bible study by John Ortberg why and how to care for the deepest part of us - our souls. Ortberg shows how to care for your soul so that it contributes to the depth and beauty of our relationship with both God and...

This commentary has grown out of the author's long-standing interest in the religious history of the Second Temple period. It followsthe usual pattern of the series with introduction, text, critical notes and commentary; he translation of the biblical...

The Vocabulary Guide to Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic by Gary D. Pratico and Miles V. Van Pelt is intended to accompany Basics of Biblical Hebrew Grammar for the beginning student and is an essential resource companion to aid in vocabulary memorization and...

The Jesus Bible Study Series reveals how Jesus plays a key role in each and every story told in the Bible and helps participants discover God's purpose and plan for their own lives in this great story.

Bestselling author and worship leader Chris Tomlin and Bible teacher Darren Whitehead guide group members through seven Hebrew words that will help them develop a deeper practice of worship to God.

The Jeremiah Bible Studies bring Scripture to life in twelve lessons filled with teachings from Dr. David Jeremiah, one the most widely viewed and respected Bible teachers today. Each volume includes study questions, commentary, and reflections to help...

The Max Lucado Life Lessons series offers intriguing questions, inspirational stories, and poignant reflections to take readers deeper into God's Word.

The Max Lucado Life Lessons series offers intriguing questions, inspirational stories, and poignant reflections to take readers deeper into God's Word.

The Max Lucado Life Lessons series offers intriguing questions, inspirational stories, and poignant reflections to take readers deeper into God's Word.

Trusted Christian leaders Andy and Sandra Stanley offer their own parenting story and hard-earned wisdom as they outline a path forward that will equip and inspire parents to lead their families with confidence and grace.

A Nation living in Custody (Chinese) - Spring Thunder - The nation has been kidnapped by an evil spirit, the kingdom of heaven is at hand, but they are not able to go into it. They are an unfortunate tribe, and the Kingdom of God is in a very close...

In this new That The World May Know video Bible study, author and Bible teacher, Ray Vander Laan, will help you discover how Jesus triumphantly made God's presence known on Earth.

In the six-session small group Bible study, God is Closer Than You Think, John Ortberg helps people discover and enjoy a vibrant, moment-by-moment relationship with God the Father.

This study takes a look at what the Bible says about trusting God enough to give Him our all and being able to say, "Not my will, but Yours be done."

In this study readers will learn how God planned ahead for all their gloomy days, how He knows just when they need a little lift, and how He has arranged for encouragement to be right there waiting for them.

This study will show readers how to study the Bible, how to uncover what the Bible says about itself, and the reasons why it is important to learn Scripture by heart and recall them every day.

In this study readers will learn that God has something original and one-of-a-kind picked out just for them, and that He wants to use them and the special gifts He has given them to encourage others, make the world a better place, and help others...

John Walton, professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College, and Mark Strauss, professor of New Testament at Bethel Seminary San Diego, provide participants with an overview of the key themes, events, and characters in the entire Bible.

In this four-session video-based study, bestselling author Max Lucado reveals that Because of Bethlehem, we have the promise that God is always near us, always for us, and always with us.

The Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and...

The Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and...

The Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and...

The Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and...

The Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and...

The Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and...

The Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and...

The Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and...

This unique and highly readable overview of the Old Testament points to a more personal understanding of God.

Every gift from God reveals his love, but no gift reveals his love more than the gifts of the cross. Have we taken time to open these? As we do, we find that Jesus did it all just for us.

In How to Preach and Teach the Old Testament for All Its Worth Christopher J. H. Wright shows why and how we should preach from the Old Testament. Covering History, Law, Prophets, Psalms, and Wisdom Literature, combined with practical checklists,...

Homosexuality is one of the most divisive topics among evangelical Christians today. In People to Be Loved, Preston Sprinkle challenges those on both sides of the debate to consider what the Bible says and how we should approach the topic of...

In Satisfied popular communicator and pastor, Jeff Manion, provides an inspiring and life-changing vision for living a deeply contented life in the midst of our consumer-driven, materialistic and often shallow culture. Manion explores our seemingly...

In The God-First Life, Pastor Stovall Weems offers a practical, high impact answer to what following Christ is all about. By unpacking what it really means to live a God-first life, he gives you a simple and sustainable path to a deep and satisfying walk...

Creation Care invites readers to open their Bibles afresh to explore the place of the natural world within God's purposes. It offers a bold framework and practical suggestions for a faithful Christian response to the scriptural teaching about the created...

This compact commentary looks at the Bible as a whole--then shows how all its books fit into the grand picture.

Drawn from the Beatitudes, Celebrate Recovery helps people resolve painful problems in the context of the church as a whole. Rather than setting up an isolated recovery community, it helps participants and their churches come together and discover new...

The Handbook of Reading Theological German helps students in biblical studies, church history, Jewish studies, and theology prepare for graduate research or for the comprehensive examination in German doctoral students.

Based on the acclaimed French volume Saint Augustin et la Bible, this translation with additional selections honors the beautifully wrought monument to the scholarly research of Anne-Marie la Bonnardière and her colleagues. Editor Pamela Bright offers...