The Book of Esther is one of the five Megillot. It tells the story of a Jewish girl in Persia, who becomes queen and saves her people from a genocide. The story of Esther forms the core of the Jewish festival of Purim. The commentary presents a literary analysis of the text, taking into account the inclusion and arrangement of different pericopes, and an analysis of the narration. Likewise, it will discuss the style, the syntax, and the vocabulary. The examination of the intellectual context of the book, biblical and extrabiblical textual traditions on which the book is based and with which it is in intertextual dialogue, leads to a discussion of the redactional process and the historical and social contexts in which the authors and redactors worked.
American Esther is written for women within the “Last Days” context. It is motivational, practical, and spiritual as well. The book will be life-changing for many. American Esther is a powerful ‘third step’ subsequent to The Godstorm and Blind Faith books Daniel has already written (and are available). You will better recognize what God is doing now, and will desperately want to be a part of it.
Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them, that thy profiting may appear to all. Take heed unto thyself and unto the doctrine; continue in them; for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself and them that hear thee. 1 Timothy 4:15-16 The messengers We sent before you (O Muhammad), were not other than men to whom We gave revelation. Ask the people of the Rememberence if you do not know. (We sent them) with clear signs and writings; and We have revealed to you (O Muhammad) the Rememberance (the Quran) that you may explain to mankind what was sent to them, that they may give thought. Nahl 16:43-44
About the Book Morag, a little terrier, and Willow, a large, retired racing greyhound, are two dogs that live together but have very different backgrounds. As they talk and grow closer as friends, they learn how humans live along with some life lessons. About the Author Douglas M. Gebbie is a medical graduate of Glasgow University who is now retired. As a physician, he served two years in the Royal Navy before starting his professional career as a general practitioner, first in a remote part of Newfoundland and then in Brampton, Ontario where he returned to school to become an anesthesiologist. He became a lecturer at Toronto University, then a professor at the University of Cincinnati. He was married and has four children, a boy and three girls. He now resides in Naples, FL and looks after Morag, who is the sweetest, happiest terrier imaginable. Willow belongs to a close family friend named Lesley.
In this volume a leading biblical scholar helps readers rediscover the ancient books of the Old Testament Apocrypha. INVITATION TO THE APOCRYPHA provides a clear, basic introduction to these important--but often neglected--ancient books that is ideal for personal study, churches, and classroom settings. Using the latest and best scholarship yet writing for those new to the Apocrypha, Daniel Harrington guides readers through the background, content, and message of each book. A distinctive feature of this primer is that it focuses throughout on the problem of suffering, highlighting what each book of the Apocrypha says about this universal human experience.
The completion of all thirty-seven volumes of the New Collegeville Bible Commentary means an important new resource is fully available to all who wish to delve more deeply into the word of God. Now the one-volume, hardcover edition brings together every volume into a single, accessible guide to the entire Bible in a convenient and attractive format. This comprehensive resource contains the same expert commentary that characterizes the complete series of individual books. Contributors include some of today’s most highly regarded Scripture scholars, as well as some of the freshest young voices in the field. The commentaries, while reflecting the latest in biblical scholarship and study, are written in easy-to-understand language and bring expert insight into the Old and New Testament to Bible study participants, teachers, students, preachers, and all readers of the Bible. Includes full-color maps.
If you think you can press on! Twenty three values that govern the triumph of unfailing kindness show the best way readers can learn how to create, sustain, maintain, nurture, and monitor a good and everlasting relationship with God-making God your very best friend at all times. How then will the already established relationship with God help them to show the same unfailing kindness to others? When you have the unfailing kindness of God the ability to achieve great things in life is huge. In this classic on triumph, you will discover twenty three values that will lead you to achieve anything in life. The straight and inspirational book will help you through discovering what you can do best, where your passion is, what can motivate you to achieve great success in life, how you can conquer your worries, and how to create an everlasting hope in order to turn your objectives, visions, and dreams into reality.
The Messianic Peshitta Megilah for Purim is an exceptional book for celebrating Purim. It is an abridgment of the Book of Esther, the only book in the Scriptures that does not mention G-d directly, either by name or title. This abridged Megilah offers the Messianic community the opportunity to celebrate and learn more about Purim, as well as the Book of Esther. Each chapter starts with a significant and direct quote from the Hebrew and the English. The rest of the corresponding biblical chapter is summarized for brevity and clarity. After each summarized chapter there are “Thoughts to Consider,” with probing analysis and questions about the chapter focused on the Messianic overtones of the book. These can be discussed during the Shpiel. There are also suggestions for celebrating the Purim Shpiel, a comedic presentation of the Book of Esther. The book starts with the blessings for reading the Megilah, and ends with a glossary to define transliterated terms that may not be familiar. These transliterations render the more Jewish tone of the work, and aid in understanding Esther on a deeper level. Everyone who uses this Megilah will gain better insight into the plan of Salvation, and learn how detailed and “present” G-d is in our lives, even when we do not see or hear Him.
A window into Judaism’s sacred days—throughout history and today. Written especially for Christians. Holy days and holidays provide the peak experiences of Jewish life. These moments speak deeply to the Jewish soul and animate Judaism’s culture. They encourage Jews to participate in their shared historical experience, which reflects their covenantal relationship with God, and articulate Jewish values that have allowed for the survival of the Jewish people. But what can they mean to Christians seeking to understand their own faith? In this special book, Rabbis Olitzky and Judson guide you through the major Jewish holidays and what they mean for the Jewish people. Each chapter explores a different holiday and explains the origin, historical background, customs and rituals that are part of observance and the holiday’s Christian parallels. Examining observance in both home and synagogue—and in all Jewish denominations—this easy-to-use guide to the Jewish holidays will be a valuable resource for your own understanding of Jewish sacred time throughout the year. And by linking the Jewish holidays to familiar Christian holidays and practices, you will be better able to appreciate the roots of Christianity and how the fundamentals of Judaism relate to and reflect your own spiritual foundation. Rosh Hashanah–New Year Yom Kippur–Day of Atonement Sukkot–Feast of Booths (Fall Harvest Festival) Simchat Torah–Rejoicing in the Torah Hanukkah–Rededication Purim–(Festival of Survival) Pesach–Passover Shavuot–(Receiving the Torah) Tisha B’Av (Mourning and Commemoration) and Other Special Days Shabbat (Day of Rest)
The violence, confl icts, senseless wars, divorces and many other evil activities against each other globally is the lack of patience. The world is facing such atrocities and wickedness because of selfishness, greed, then also people are not ready to understand each other. This small book exposes some of the weaknesses that fi ght against our patience and some strengths which can enhance our patience. It is a book for all who are ready to notice how our impatience can destroy good intentions and also how we can build a society who are ready to embrace each other regardless of colour, religion, age, or sex. Even though the book targets Christians, I should think that politicians, statesmen, married couples, legal institutions and other stakeholders can largely benefi t from reading it.
Parents and children will enjoy this story book that has 365 read-aloud stories from the Bible. And with over 100 illustrations, 'The Bedtime Bible Story Book' makes reading time a delightful learning experience.
This extract from the Eerdmans Commentary on the Bible provides Gelston and Carroll R.’s introduction to and concise commentary on Joel, Amos, and Obadiah. The Eerdmans Commentary on the Bible presents, in nontechnical language, the best of modern scholarship on each book of the Bible, including the Apocrypha. Reader-friendly commentary complements succinct summaries of each section of the text and will be valuable to scholars, students, and general readers. Rather than attempt a verse-by-verse analysis, these volumes work from larger sense units, highlighting the place of each passage within the overarching biblical story. Commentators focus on the genre of each text—parable, prophetic oracle, legal code, and so on—interpreting within the historical and literary context. The volumes also address major issues within each biblical book—including the range of possible interpretations—and refer readers to the best resources for further discussions.
This extract from the Eerdmans Commentary on the Bible provides Rogerson and Carroll R.'s introduction to and concise commentary on Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi. The Eerdmans Commentary on the Bible presents, in nontechnical language, the best of modern scholarship on each book of the Bible, including the Apocrypha. Reader-friendly commentary complements succinct summaries of each section of the text and will be valuable to scholars, students, and general readers. Rather than attempt a verse-by-verse analysis, these volumes work from larger sense units, highlighting the place of each passage within the overarching biblical story. Commentators focus on the genre of each text—parable, prophetic oracle, legal code, and so on—interpreting within the historical and literary context. The volumes also address major issues within each biblical book—including the range of possible interpretations—and refer readers to the best resources for further discussions.
The story of the prophet Elijah’s transformation from fierce zealot to compassionate hero and cherished figure in Jewish tradition “In a series on Jewish Lives, this volume is about the Jewish life—the one that goes on forever. Becoming Elijah blends meticulous scholarship with bold literary and poetic imagination. Don’t miss it!”—Arthur Green, author of Judaism for the World “The author’s erudite prose and masterful command of history and faith traditions bring his subject to vibrant life. This is an edifying and accessible chronicle of a towering religious figure.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) In the Bible Elijah is a zealous prophet, attacking idolatry and injustice, championing God. He performs miracles, restoring life and calling down fire. When his earthly life ends, he vanishes in a whirlwind, carried off to heaven in a fiery chariot. Was this a spectacular death, or did Elijah escape death entirely? The latter view prevailed. Though residing in heaven, Elijah revisits earth—to help, rescue, enlighten, and eventually herald the Messiah. Because of his messianic role, Jews open the door for Elijah during each seder—the meal commemorating liberation from slavery and anticipating final redemption. How did this zealot turn into a compassionate hero—apparently the most popular figure in Jewish tradition? Becoming Elijah explores this question, tracing how Elijah develops from the Bible to Rabbinic Judaism, Kabbalah, and Jewish ritual (as well as Christianity and Islam). His transformation is pertinent and inspirational for our polarized, fanatical world.
Why are so many speakers interrupted in Luke and in Acts? For nearly a century, scholars have noted the presence of interrupted speech in the Acts of the Apostles, but explanations of its function have been limited and often contradictory. A more effective approach involves grounding the analysis of Luke-Acts within a larger understanding of how interruption functions in a wide variety of literary settings. An extensive survey of ancient Greek narratives (epics, histories, and novels) reveals the forms, frequency, and functions of interruption in Greek authors who lived and wrote between the eighth-century B.C.E. and the second-century C.E. This comparative study suggests that the frequent interruptions of Jesus and his followers in Luke 4:28; Acts 4:1; 7:54–57; 13:48; etc., are designed both to highlight the pivotal closing words of the discourses and to draw attention to the ways in which the early Christian gospel was received. In the end, the interrupted discourses are best understood not as historical accidents, but as rhetorical exclamation points intended to highlight key elements of the early Christian message and their varied reception by Jews and Gentiles.
Schaeffer takes a personal look at God's providence in difficult circumstances. This insightful study takes readers through the often overlooked book of Esther, uncovering the way God moves in all our lives--silent yet active. Discussion questions and studies of the main characters in the story of Esther help readers find a practical perspective on how God moves in our daily lives.
Judaism makes the bold argument that the very concept of a religion of ‘Judaism’ is an invention of the Christian church. The intellectual journey of world-renowned Talmud scholar Daniel Boyarin, this book will change the study of “Judaism”—an essential key word in Jewish Studies—as we understand it today. Boyarin argues that although the world treats the word “Judaism” as appropriate for naming an alleged religion of the Jews, it is in fact a Christian theological concept only adopted by Jews with the coming of modernity and the adoption of Christian languages.
Famous, not-so-famous, or infamous, the men and women of Bible times played an undeniably significant role in the shaping of history. Fathers and mothers, husbands and wives, brothers and sisters, sons and daughters--God gave them all a story to tell. Some diligently served as the Master commanded. Others chose disobedience and sin. They lived and loved in a culture much different from ours. But their stories are of incalculable importance, stories that would be passed down through scores of generations for a purpose. "Men & Women of the Bible" is a simple tribute to those whose stories are forever captured between the covers of God's Word, the Bible.
His book, “A Selective Commentary on A Comparative Study of the Bible and the Koran” is to explain how Muhammed prepared the Koran for his new religion, Islam and to tell without a bias how Muhammed distorted the Bible and belief of the Biblical Christianity and how he did not confirm the biblical prophets. This book will tell Muslims that a Christology of the Koran is radically different from the Biblical Christology. An objective of the author is to faithfully or honestly reveal a true nature of the Bible and of the Koran that the people know the truth; and the truth will make them free and saved.
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