Biblical scholars Walter C. Kaiser, F.F. Bruce, Peter H. Davids, and Manfred T. Brauch offer this handy reference compiled from five earlier Hard Sayings books. The short, easy-to-read historical, cultural, and linguistic explanations help you interpret the meanings of 500 perplexing passages and show their relevance for believers today. These scholars take you behind the scenes to find succinct solutions to a wide variety of Bible difficulties, ranging from discrepancies about numbers to questions about God's justice. Also features extensive cross-referencing, introductory articles on chronology, miracles, archaeology, prophecy, historicity, demonology, synoptic studies, and authorship.
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Reviewed by Noah Kiser (Augusta, GA), January 29, 2009
This is a great resource (I have used in teaching in our student ministry). But don't assume this is the end all explanation. I have found it useful to get the ball rolling and my mind churning. I have combined it with commentaries and other books as I prepare to teach. In this way it is helpful to begin structuring an answer for the skeptic (within myself and without) and the Word of God comes under fire.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by John Diagostino (Cocoa, FL), January 11, 2009
I find it to be a helpful aid in obtaining and understanding knowledge of GOD's instruction book, along with other resource material. I like it very much.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Steve (Nashua, NH), June 13, 2007
Helpful. Easy to use. Very informative. Outstanding. The authors bring a light and clarify passages that baffle us.
The average person can pick this book up and use for years and not grow weary of it. I've had my copy for about 10 years and I still consider it well worth the money.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Alesha (Detroit, MI), December 08, 2005
I use this book more than the commentaries I own. This is the best addition to my library yet. The articles in the front are insightful, especially the one about God of the OT and Jesus of the NT. It is very easy to understand and follow. It will enrich your study time as you gain a deeper appreciation of the text' meaning, historical setting, etc.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Eug (Edgerton, WI), July 22, 2001
An outstanding reference resource. Clarifies and/or contextualizes difficult to understand Biblical passages. Well worth the cost, and second only to a good concordance in usefulness. Highly recommended.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Joe (St. Louis, MO), January 25, 2001
Outstanding resource for Bible study. It provides good perspective on the difficult passages in the Bible.
Excellent tool for Sunday School teachers or for people interested in serious Bible study.
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Thompson Craig (Mesquite, Texas), November 24, 2000
Clarifies my understanding of really difficult passages by supplying well-balanced professorial insights. Very useful when preparing Sunday School lessons!
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