Engaging the Christian Scriptures: An Introduction to the Bible, 2nd Edition

This readable, faith-friendly, one-semester textbook aids students as they engage in their first reading of the biblical text in an academic setting. The authors, who have significant undergraduate teaching experience, approach the Christian Scriptures from historical, literary, and theological perspectives. Text boxes, illustrations, maps, and suggestions for further reading are included. This new edition incorporates professor and student feedback, adds a glossary, has been revised throughout, and is supplemented by updated and expanded web-based pedagogical resources.\nEngaging the Christian Scriptures: An Introduction to the Bible 2nd Edition is written by Andrew E. Arterbury; W. H. Jr. Bellinger Jr.; Derek S. Dodson and published by Baker Academic. ISBNs for Engaging the Christian Scriptures are 9781493428991, 1493428993 and the print ISBNs are 9781540962256, 1540962253.