The New Illustrated Companion to the Bible: Old Testament New Testament The Life of Jesus Early Christianity Jesus in Art

Illustrated with more than 420 color photographs and maps, J. R. Porter's authoritative and engaging essays focus on biblical narratives to illuminate their meanings and context. The substantial introduction brings together the latest scholarship on how the Bible was written, compiled, and handed down from generation to generation, and discusses its far reaching influence throughout history. With deft and profound scholarship, Porter addresses many of the myths and mysteries surrounding the life of the historical Jesus, and looks at the changing interpretations of him through the years, from revolutionary to mystic and prophet. Includes a fully cross referenced, book by book summary of the Bible, a glossary of biblical terms, and a comprehensive bibliography and index.An authoritative and comprehensive guide to the books, episodes, figures, and places of the Bible, with a detailed overview of the life and the significance of Jesus ChristIlluminates the Bible's characters, events and themes, from Genesis to the Book of RevelationDraws up the Gospels and other evidence to present the fullest and most vivid account of the life of Jesus ChristMore than 420 color photographs and mapsIncludes a fascinating illustrated commentary on Jesus in artWritten by leading biblical scholar J. R. Porter based on his many years of researchOffers a wealth of maps, charts, tables, family trees, and special features on key topics for easy referenceConcludes with a book by book summary of the Bible Read more