Amazing Discoveries That Unlock the Bible: A Visual Experience

Douglas Connelly

Zondervan, Aug 30, 2009 - Religion - 96 pages

What was unearthed in Solomon’s great cities? Where did archaeologists learn about the great flood? How do these discoveries reveal secrets about King Herod? The events of the Bible may have happened long ago and far away, but they happened to real people living in real places. Modern archaeologists have made stunning finds over the past century or so that validate the historical accuracy of the Bible. These finds allow us to understand Scriptures better by helping Bible people and places come alive in our imaginations. Come along on an archaeological journey through the Old and New Testaments. Here are some of the best finds that illustrate Bible history, presented in beautiful full-color images accompanied by clear explanations free of technical jargon. You don’t even have to get your hands dirty!

Contents

• Digging Up the Bible: 6
• The Hebrews Are Coming Amarna Letters: 20
• The Lost Ark: 34
• War with Assyria: 48

About the author

Douglas Connelly (MDiv, University of Michigan; MTh, Grace Theological Seminary) is the pastor of Davison Missionary Church in Davison, Michigan, and an adjunct professor at Spring Arbor University. He is the author of several books, including The Bible for Blockheads, The Book of Revelation for Blockheads, and Amazing Discoveries That Unlock the Bible.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Amazing Discoveries That Unlock the Bible: A Visual Experience; Zondervan Visual Reference Series
• Author: Douglas Connelly
• Publisher: Zondervan, 2009
• ISBN: 0310865670, 9780310865674
• Length: 96 pages
• Subjects: Religion / Biblical Criticism & Interpretation / New Testament; Religion / Biblical Reference / General; Religion / Christian Living / Spiritual Growth