The book of Daniel is a literary rich and complex story known for its apocalyptic style. Written in both Hebrew and Aramaic, the book begins with stories of Daniel and three Jewish young men Hananiah (Shadrach), Mishael (Meshach), and Azariah (Abednego) who are exiles among the remnant from Judea in Babylon in sixth century b.c.e. It ends with Daniel's visions and dreams about the Jewish community that offer comfort and encouragement as they endure persecution and hope for deliverance into God's kingdom.

Newsom's commentary offers a fresh study of Daniel in its historical context. Newsom further analyzes Daniel from literary and theological perspectives. With her expert commentary, Newsom's study will be the definitive commentary on Daniel for many years to come.

The Old Testament Library provides fresh and authoritative treatments of important aspects of Old Testament study through commentaries and general surveys. The contributors are scholars of international standing. The editorial board consists of William P. Brown, Professor of Old Testament, Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia; Carol A. Newsom, Charles Howard Candler Professor of Old Testament, Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia; and Brent A. Strawn, Professor of Old Testament, Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.

Kids know how important it is to read and know the Bible: after all, it contains God’s message of love for the world. But where do young readers start when they want to really find out what goes on between the pages of this Book?

The Kids Bible is a full-text King James Version Bible specially designed for readers ages 8-12, to encourage them to begin the adventure of lifelong Bible reading. The 40 full-color pages interspersed throughout the Old and New Testaments of the Bible offer study helps to expand young readers’ Bible knowledge and guide them to connect to the biblical people, places, and events they are reading about.

Best of all, kids will discover how much God cares and loves children! Ideal for reading at home, church, or school, this Bible will grow with your kids as they grow in Christ.

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This devotional probes the depths of Scripture, calling us to radical discipleship. Russel D. Fox observes that the church is struggling with pursuing holiness, which leads to conflict and the splintering of churches. Drawing from his experiences growing up and his career in the car business, he shares how to apply biblical principles as you pursue holiness. He considers questions such as: - What must we do before we work on our holiness? - How can we draw closer to the Father through the Son? - How can we enter the kingdom of heaven? - What are the consequences of sin? You're encouraged to read each devotional with God's Word open. Take time to chew on what you have read and meditate on God's Word and journal as you go through this book. These thought-provoking devotionals will challenge you to go on a deeper, more profound walk with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.