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    Engaging the Christian Scriptures: An Introduction to the Bible
    Engaging the Christian Scriptures: An Introduction to the Bible
    Engaging the Christian Scriptures: An Introduction to the Bible
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    Engaging the Christian Scriptures: An Introduction to the Bible

    By Andrew E. Arterbury, W. H. Bellinger, Jr. and Derek S. Dodson

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    This readable, faith-friendly, one-semester textbook aids students as they engage in their first reading of the biblical text in an academic setting. The authors, who have significant undergraduate teaching experience, approach the Christian Scriptures from historical, literary, and theological perspectives. Text boxes, illustrations, maps, and suggestions for further reading are included. This new edition incorporates professor and student feedback, adds a glossary, has been revised throughout, and is supplemented by updated and expanded web-based pedagogical resources.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBaker Publishing Group
    Release dateMar 30, 2021
    ISBN9781493428991
    Engaging the Christian Scriptures: An Introduction to the Bible
    Author

    Andrew E. Arterbury

    Andrew E. Arterbury (PhD, Baylor University) is professor of Christian Scriptures at Truett Theological Seminary, Baylor University, in Waco, Texas.

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