Understanding the Old Testament

A simple guide to understanding the Old Testament

The Bible is a big book, written thousands of years ago in languages and cultures very different from our own. So of course the narrative can leave you feeling confused about what it means!

This user-friendly handbook explains each Old Testament book of the Bible to help you see how God has revealed Himself throughout history. Every chapter includes easy-to-use sections that cover the basics:

• Overview: An at-a-glance outline of the book

• What Does It Say? The plot and main content

• Faces and Places: The central people and significant locations

• Key Verses and Themes: The most quoted passages and big ideas

• Why It Matters: What it says about God, and what that means for you

This book and its companion volume, Understanding theNew Testament, feature introductions that offer summaries of the Testaments, describing how they're organized, the literary genres they're written in, and the part they play in the overarching story of God's relationship with His creation. Gain a panoramic understanding of Scripture so you can read God's Word with confidence and get to know your Lord and Savior better.

With their approachable explanations and straightforward format, these books make a great gift for new believers or a rewarding resource for church groups.