Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary, Volume 1: Matthew, Mark, Luke

An image rich passage-by-passage commentary that integrates relevant historical and cultural insights providing a deeper dimension of perspective to the words of the New Testament Discoveries await you that will snap the world of the New Testament into new focus. Things that seem mystifying puzzling or obscure will take on tremendous meaning when you view them in their ancient context. With the Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary youll: Deepen your understanding of the teachings of Jesus. Discover the close interplay between Gods kingdom and the practical affairs of the church. Learn more about the real life setting of the Old Testament writings to help you identify with the people and circumstances described in Scripture. Gain a deeper awareness of the Bibles relevance for your life. In this volume detailed exegetical notes are combined with background information of the cultural settings that will help you interpret the writings of the first three synoptic gospels: Matthew Mark and Luke. THE ZONDERVAN ILLUSTRATED BIBLE BACKGROUNDS COMMENTARYSERIES Invites you to enter the world of the New Testament with a company of seasoned guides experts who will help you understand or teach the biblical text more accurately. Features: Commentary based on relevant papyri inscriptions archaeological discoveries and studies of Judaism Roman culture Hellenism and other features of the world of the New Testament. Hundreds of full-color photographs color illustrations and line drawings. Copious maps charts and timelines. Sidebar articles and insights. "Reflections" on the Bibles relevance for 21st-century living.