Marriage
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
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• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Ivory
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Doors & Keys
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Cities
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Art
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Tools & Utensils
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Fish & Fishing
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Agriculture
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Taxation
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Heating & Lighting
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Widows & Orphans
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Milk & Milk Products
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Infanticide & Exposure
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Ceramics & Pottery
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Perfumes
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Viticulture
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Threshing & Winnowing
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Slavery
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Hair
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Wealth & Poverty
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Mining
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Celibacy
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
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• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Dentistry & Teeth
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Bellows & Furnaces
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Sanitation
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Clothing
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
These unique reference articles provide background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600.? Explained in detail and accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration, articles contain a high level of scholarship and are useful for scholars, pastors, and students.
Medicine & Physicians
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Bones & Objects of Bone
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Virgins & Virginity
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
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• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Palaces
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Barbers & Beards
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
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• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Death & the Afterlife
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Same-Sex Relations
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Aphrodisiacs & Erotic Spells
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Animal Husbandry
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Dwellings
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Dyeing
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
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• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Bottles & Glass
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Weapons
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Calendars
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Leather
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Alcholic Beverages
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Athletics
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
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Beggars & Alms
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Camels
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Libraries & Books
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Aqueducts & Water Supply
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.
Archives
Part of the Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity series
This unique reference article, excerpted from the larger work (Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity), provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, each article addresses cultural, technical, and/or sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures.
• Contains a high level of scholarship.
• Information and concepts are explained in detail and are accompanied by bibliographic material for further exploration.
• Useful for scholars, pastors, teachers, and students-for biblical study, exegesis, or sermon preparation.
• Possible areas covered include details of domestic life, technology, culture, laws, or religious practices.
• Each article ranges from 5 to 20 pages in length.