A Visual Guide to Gospel Events: Fascinating Insights into Where They Happened and Why
Overview
Why was Jesus baptized in the Jordan River? Where did Jesus heal people? Where did he choose to reveal his authority, and why? What is the significance of the locations where he told parables or performed miracles? Where did Jesus choose to interact with Gentiles? Why are the places of his crucifixion, burial, and resurrection important?
A Visual Guide to Gospel Events reveals the fascinating connections between the events recorded in the Gospels and where those events took place. This beautiful, full-color book includes hundreds of photographs and maps to bring to life the world in which Jesus lived. The engaging writing style makes this resource perfect for anyone—student, scholar, pastor, or layperson—who wants to understand Gospel events in a deeper way.
In the Logos edition, this volume is enhanced by amazing functionality. Scripture citations link directly to English translations, and important terms link to dictionaries, encyclopedias, and a wealth of other resources in your digital library. Perform powerful searches to find exactly what you’re looking for. Take the discussion with you using tablet and mobile apps. With Logos Bible Software, the most efficient and comprehensive research tools are in one place, so you get the most out of your study.
Key Features
- Connects Gospel events and locations to provide a clearer understanding of the Bible as a whole
- Provides hundreds of photos and other graphic representations that bring the text to life
- Deepens personal spirituality and understanding by using accessible terms for any walk of life
Contents
- The Birth and Early Years of Jesus
- Jesus Reveals His Legitimate Authority
- Jesus’ Parables and Teaching
- Jesus in the World of the Gentiles
- Jesus in and around Jerusalem
- Jesus Faces the Cross
- The Arrest and Trials of Jesus
- The Crucifixion, Resurrection, and Ascension of Jesus
Product Details
- Title: A Visual Guide to Gospel Events
- Authors: James C. Martin, John A. Beck, and David G. Hansen
- Publisher: Baker
- Publication Date: 2010
- Pages: 208
- Christian Group: Evangelical
- Resource Type: Topical
- Topic: Biblical Studies
About the Authors
James C. Martin founded Bible World Seminars in 1989. He currently offers biblical study travel programs on location in Israel, Egypt, Jordan, Turkey, and Greece. Over the past 25 years, Martin and his wife, Stacey, have been involved in aerial, land, and museum photography and video filming throughout the Middle East and Europe. Their photos appear in works such as the NIV Archaeological Study Bible and Halley’s Bible Handbook, among others.
John A. Beck has taught courses in Hebrew and Old Testament at various colleges and universities for more than 20 years. He currently is an adjunct faculty member at Jerusalem University College in Israel. His articles have appeared in numerous academic journals and books. His books include The Land of Milk and Honey: An Introduction to the Geography of Israel, God as Storyteller: Seeking Meaning in Biblical Narrative, A Visual Guide to Bible Events, and more. Beck lives in Wisconsin.
David G. Hansen has taught at several institutions of higher education, including the US Army War College, Penn State University, and Trinity Theological College and Seminary. He also served in the US Army for 35 years. His current on-site research in Israel, Jordan, and Egypt includes extensive travel and participation in several archaeological excavations. He has published numerous articles and book chapters about biblical geography, history, and military affairs, and is author of In Their Sandals: How His Followers Saw Jesus and coauthor of A Visual Guide to Gospel Events.