A fully illustrated entry level contemporty study of the story and message of the books of the Old Testament

For many people the Old Testament is a closed book; it was never intended to be that way. This intorductory guide gives an outline of Old Testament history, a description of Old Testament literature, a summary of the main elements of Old Testament religion, and an account of major Old Testament teachings.

The author, an Old Testament expect, aims to provide a context in whihc the Old Testament can be better understood and appreciated.

The Old Testament Instroduction is fully illustrated in color throughout with photographs, maps, charts, and artists' drawings.