Outline Of Bible History (1890)

The Outline of Bible History is a comprehensive book written by John Fletcher Hurst in 1890. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Bible, from its earliest origins to the time of its writing. It covers the major events and characters of the Old and New Testaments, including the creation of the world, the fall of man, the exodus of the Israelites from Egypt, the reigns of David and Solomon, the Babylonian exile, the life of Jesus, and the establishment of the early Christian church.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a specific period in Bible history. It begins with a discussion of the ancient Near East, including the civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Persia. It then moves on to the history of the Israelites, including their conquest of Canaan, the reigns of Saul, David, and Solomon, and the division of the kingdom into Israel and Judah.The second part of the book covers the period of the Babylonian exile and the return of the Jews to Jerusalem. It discusses the rebuilding of the temple and the city walls, as well as the prophetic books of the Old Testament.The final section of the book focuses on the New Testament, beginning with the life of Jesus and his teachings. It covers the establishment of the early Christian church, the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire, and the writings of the apostles.Throughout the book, Hurst provides detailed historical and cultural background information to help readers better understand the context in which the Bible was written. He also includes numerous maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the events and locations described in the text.Overall, the Outline of Bible History is an informative and engaging resource for anyone interested in learning more about the history of the Bible and its impact on Western civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.