Scripture Illustrations: Explanatory of Numerous Texts, and of Various Customs Mentioned in the Bible (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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9780656434176: Scripture Illustrations: Explanatory of Numerous Texts, and of Various Customs Mentioned in the Bible (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0656434171 ISBN 13: 9780656434176

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Discover daily life in biblical times through vivid illustrations and clear explanations.

This illustrated guide brings to life farming, writing, travel, and worship from ancient lands. It combines accessible text with plates that show ploughing, threshing, tents, and sacred objects, helping readers connect to the past without spoilers or guesswork.

This edition frames topics around real practices and objects from biblical history, including how fields were prepared, how books and scrolls were made, and how people lived and worshipped in temporary dwellings and temples. It aims to spark curiosity about archaeology, religion, and daily life through engaging visuals and straightforward explanations.

See how ancient fields were tilled and harvested, with close looks at ploughs, harrowing, and threshing.
Learn about the forms of old books and the tools used to write and preserve knowledge.
Explore the tents and dwellings of the patriarchs and the roles of people on daily journeys.
Understand the altars, incense, and other elements of Mosaic worship and their significance.

Ideal for readers curious about biblical history, ancient life, and the objects that helped people learn, travel, and worship in ancient times.

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