Why was James so sure that the rich would exploit the poor and drag them into court (James 2:6)?
The law does not nullify the covenant of Abraham (Galatians 3:15), Paul tells us. What does he mean by that?
In order to fully understand and live out the Bible, we need two crucial sources of information. The first is simply the Bible itself. The second is a good understanding of the cultural context of the passage you are reading.
Only with the context can you truly grasp the author's original concern and purpose. This unique commentary provides, verse by verse, the essential cultural context for a more enriched study of the Bible.
Written in clear, non-technical language, this invaluable aid contains:
* a glossary of important cultural terms and historical figures
* maps and charts
* an updated bibliography of commentaries and other resources for each book of the New Testament
* introductory essays on the importance of cultural context and how to use this unique commentary.
Author: Tod Bolsinger
ISBN: 9782895762010