Bible Historical Background
Context brings the Bible to life
The Bible was written in cultures very different from ours. Studying the archaeology, geography, and history of those times helps us better understand its message.
Watch these video series to begin exploring the world behind the Word.
What Historical Context Can Do For You
Why study the social customs and practices, material world, habits of mind, and languages of the Biblical world? In this video we consider three advantages of studying the historical background to the Bible, as well as five principles for learning and applying that background well.
Map of Historical Background Sites
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Israel Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.Item Link List Item 1
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Corinth Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.Item Link List Item 2
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Ephesus Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.Item Link List Item 3
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Roman Empire Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.Item Link List Item 4
A travel tour in the land of Israel
Join tour guide Fred Witzig for a virtual journey through Israel. These short videos, filmed at key locations during a Holy Land tour, bring the geography, history, and culture of the Bible to life - one stop at a time. Special thanks to Justin Koch who filmed these sessions.
