One of the world's experts on classical Jewish history and literature offers an authoritative interpretation of the three major periods of Jewish history from the time of the Bible up to the present. What emerges is a captivating account of the life-forming nature of a dynamic religion in vastly differing historical contexts. Glossary, maps, illustrations, photographs.
This book is a nontechnical survey of Acts that fills the void between traditional verse-by-verse commentaaries and detailed introductions. It is ideal for students, pastors, and anyone who wants to get a grasp of this crucial book in the Bible.