The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament

The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament
ISBN-10
0830814191
ISBN-13
9780830814190
Series
The IVP Bible Background Commentary
Category
Religion
Pages
832
Language
English
Published
2000-11-08
Publisher
InterVarsity Press
Authors
John H. Walton, Mark W. Chavalas, Victor H. Matthews

Description

This unique commentary provides historical, social and cultural background for each passage of the Old Testament. From Genesis through Malachi, this single volume gathers and condenses an abundance of specialized knowledge, and includes a glossary, maps and charts, and expanded explanations of significant background issues.

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