Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity (Volume Iv)

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:<p><i>The Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity</i> is
a unique reference work that provides background cultural and
technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New
Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600.</p>

<p>This dictionary casts light on the culture, technology, history, and politics of the periods of the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament.</p> <p>Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, with contributions by many others, this unique reference work <b>explains details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, and religious practices, with extensive bibliographic material for further exploration.</b> Articles range from 5-20 pages long. Scholars, pastors, and students (and their teachers) will find this to be a useful resource for biblical study, exegesis, and sermon preparation.</p> <p>This fourth volume covers 25 topics from O-Z, including: Plants & Flowers, Slavery, Taxation, Textiles, Viticulture, Wealth & Poverty, Weapons, Widows & Orphans, Wild Animals & Hunting, and more.</p>