Ancient Hebrew Bible

A masterpiece of deep learning and fine sensibility, Robert Alter's translation of the Hebrew Bible, now complete, reanimates one of the formative works of our culture. Capturing its brilliantly compact poetry and finely wrought, purposeful prose, Alter renews the Old Testament as a source of literary power and spiritual inspiration. From the family frictions of Genesis and King David's flawed humanity to the serene wisdom of Psalms and Job's incendiary questioning of God's ways, these magnificent works of world literature resonate with a startling immediacy.

The biblical story as it has never been told before. The Bible is the best-selling book in human history, but sometimes the stories it weaves are not fully understood, due to its poetic and obscure literary style. Genesis Days brings you the stories of the first generations, from the creation of the world to the end of the days of Sarah, wife of Abraham, in simple and straightforward English. The book lays bare the lives of humanity’s forefathers and reveals ancient history through a contemporary experience. If you’ve always wanted to read the Bible and understand it from beginning to ...

Unlock the profound wisdom of the Torah with "The Torah for Beginners: The Essentials of Jewish Scripture." This essential guide takes you on a journey through the foundational texts that have shaped Jewish faith and tradition for millennia. Whether you're new to Jewish studies or seeking to deepen your understanding, this book provides the clarity and insight you need. Step into the ancient world of the Torah and discover: The Genesis of Everything: From the creation of the world to the Garden of Eden, experience the epic beginnings that set the stage for humanity's journey. Guidance for ...

For Christians, Flavius Josephus’ (37 to c. 100 A.D) works are one of the most essential extra-biblical chronicles written in the first century. His Jewish Antiquities are particularly valuable for Christians as a fountain of knowledge about the intertestamental period, from the destruction of Solomon’s temple by Antiochus Epiphanes in 167 B.C. to the Roman procurator Florus in 64 A.D. But Josephus’ writings also take us back in Jewish history to God’s creation of the world, providing interesting sidelights to the Hebrew Scripture narratives from oral testimonies and other ancient, ...

Newly Revised! The Book of Jasher: A Clear Text Edition - The Lost Book Mentioned in the Bible Experience the mysterious book referenced in Joshua and 2 Samuel—now in modern, accessible English. What if there were ancient records that filled in the gaps of Genesis and Exodus? The Book of Jasher—also known as the Book of the Upright or Sefer HaYashar—takes you beyond familiar biblical accounts with expanded narratives of the patriarchs, judges, and heroes of Israel's early history. This is one of the lost books actually mentioned in Scripture itself. This ancient text reveals: Expanded...

In Ancient Israel and Judah, Beth Tanner takes listeners on a compelling journey through the historical and cultural landscapes of ancient Israel and Judah, bringing the Hebrew Bible to life in an approachable manner yet to be achieved. An essential guide for anyone new to biblical study, this...

What if a forgotten library of clay tablets could open a new window onto ancient Canaanite religion, the world behind the Hebrew Bible, and the beliefs of a civilization lost for more than three thousand years? Ugaritic Texts for Beginners introduces readers to one of the most important discoveries in the study of the ancient Near East. Unearthed at Ras Shamra in modern Syria, the tablets of Ugarit revealed a vanished kingdom filled with epic poetry, divine rivalries, royal crises, ritual practice, diplomatic correspondence, and a writing system unlike anything scholars had seen before. ...

Basics of Biblical Hebrew Vocabulary Audio is a convenient and useful audio companion for students wanting to learn and reinforce Biblical Hebrew vocabulary. This audio product includes every term that occurs fifty times or more in the Hebrew Bible. Vocabulary is read in order of frequency and...

Open your Bible and Enoch is gone in a few lines. Open this book and his world finally comes into focus. The Books of Enoch – Master Collection brings together in one volume the three major Enoch traditions — Ethiopian (1 Enoch), Slavonic (2 Enoch), and Hebrew (3 Enoch) — in clear, readable English with helpful introductions and study tools. If you’ve ever… jumped between low-quality PDFs and websites trying to piece the text together heard YouTube theories about Watchers, Nephilim, and the “Son of Man” but wanted real sources wondered how Enoch shaped Second Temple Judaism, ...

Betrayal. Enslavement. Redemption. Experience the story of Exodus like never before! Joseph, son of Jacob, is dead. His children – the people of Israel, are enslaved at the hands of the Egyptian pharaohs, beaten and oppressed. A single child is saved by his mother, given to the river for protection. He is found by the most unlikely of people – and grows to become the savior of the chosen people. From exile, kinghood, the Plagues all the way through to the Promised Land, Exodus Age is a retelling of the age-old history of Moses and his people through Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and ...

Following up on the first volume, The Atheist Handbook to the Old Testament: Volume 2 takes up the challenge of providing a clear and useful guide to those wanting a better understanding of the Old Testament, including its cultural and historical background, as well as discussions on contentious topics like violence and genocide, and whether the Exodus was a real historical event. Volume two also covers the narrative of the Old Testament, from the conquest to the divided monarchy, and a brief history of Egypt to help situate the biblical text within agreed historical events.

Violence in the Old Testament has long been a stumbling block for Christians and skeptics alike. God Is a Man of War offers a fresh interpretation of Old Testament accounts of violence, by exploring them through the twofold lens of Orthodox tradition and historical context. Father Stephen De Young examines what these difficult passages reveal about the nature of Christ and His creation, bearing witness to a world filled not only with pain and suffering - often of human making - but also with the love of God.

Shephard. Warrior. King. The biblical story of David and his visionary kingdom – as it has never been told before. The first king of Israel, Saul, has angered God, and the tribes of Israel are scattered once more. By God’s order, the prophet Samuel is sent with a prophecy that is about to change a young shepherd's life and the course of the Israelites' history forever. But David, the newly chosen king, has his flaws, and despite all his greatness, he shall have to pay for his sins. Experience the epic biblical story of David and his legacy like never before in simple and straightforward...

A major new work on the Dead Sea Scrolls, the oldest sacred documents of Judaism, which reveals their surprising connections to early Christianity. “A luminous treatment of a fascinating subject! Highly recommended!”—Scott Hahn, author of The Fourth Cup From award-winning scholar John...

In this groundbreaking book, husband and wife authors Derek P. Gilbert and Sharon K. Gilbert show how the giants of old shaped the worldview and religion of the Hebrews—and the terrifying role they’ll play in the end times.

A master preacher expounds one of Scripture’s most profound books — with unmatched depth and clarity. The Homilies on Hebrews reveal John Chrysostom at his most mature and spiritually focused, interpreting one of the New Testament’s richest and most challenging texts. • Discover Chrysostom’s vivid explanation of Christ as the true High Priest and perfect sacrifice • Experience the power of preaching that shaped the faith of the early church • See how the Epistle to the Hebrews comes alive through typology, exhortation, and pastoral insight • Read Chrysostom in modern, ...

A New York Times bestselling historian of early Christianity takes on two of the most gripping questions of human existence: where did the ideas of heaven and hell come from and why do they endure? What happens when we die? A recent Pew Research poll showed that 72% of Americans believe in a...

He was betrayed by his brothers. Sold into slavery. Forgotten in prison. But God had a plan greater than any man could imagine. From the quiet fields of Canaan to the power halls of Egypt, this sweeping biblical novel brings to life the unforgettable story of Joseph—a young dreamer whose visions would lead him through betrayal, suffering, and ultimately, redemption. Stripped of everything he once knew, Joseph is cast into a world of hardship and uncertainty. Sold into slavery and later imprisoned for a crime he did not commit, his life seems lost to injustice and silence. Yet even in the ...

Demons are among the most misunderstood subjects in Scripture. Some deny their existence, while others obsess over them. But what does the Bible actually say? In Demons: Demons in Scripture, Ancient Judaism, and the Early Church, Michael Taylor provides a thorough yet readable exploration of the origin, nature, and destiny of demons. Using both Old and New Testament texts, Greek and Hebrew word studies, and non-canonical sources like the Book of Enoch, this book exposes the reality of demonic deception while exalting the victory of Christ. You will discover: The biblical vocabulary of ...

Betrayal. Enslavement. Redemption. Experience the story of Exodus like never before! Joseph, son of Jacob, is dead. His children – the people of Israel, are enslaved at the hands of the Egyptian pharaohs, beaten and oppressed. A single child is saved by his mother, given to the river for protection. He is found by the most unlikely of people – and grows to become the savior of the chosen people. From exile, kinghood, the Plagues all the way through to the Promised Land, Exodus Age is a retelling of the age-old history of Moses and his people through Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and ...