Mark W. Chavalas

An Introduction to Ancient Mesopotamian Religion

World Religions

“Scholars of the ancient Near East have only recently begun to attempt syntheses of their material for the public. Not only does Tammi Schneider take the very complicated topic of Mesopotamian religion and make it understandable to the beginning student, but she also provides a solid framework for understanding the wider context of the Judeo-Christian religious traditions. In addition, her detailed and erudite notes will help the reader who is interested in pursuing further research on the subject of comparative religions. She is to be commended!”

Israel and Babylon

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Hanson's new translation and edition of Gunkel's classic response to the Delitzsch's views of the Babel-Bible controversy is a welcome addition to the growing work on the relationship of Mesopotamia and Israel in antiquity. The new edition of Gunkel's work places in historical context the sometimes overly strong reaction against Delitzsch, headed in part by Gunkel. Hanson has provided scholars a great service in this edition, as he has composed an excellent Foreword, which contains a contemporary evaluation of Delitzsch's claims, as well as a solid review of the comparative method used today to investigate Mesopotamian and Israelite connections. Hanson deserves thanks from those of us in the field of Mesopotamian and Biblical studies.”

Studying the Ancient Israelites

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Not only does Matthews write with the authority of a scholar with years of experience in the cultures of Israel and the ancient Near East, he also writes to bring the material to the educated layperson. This is an excellent background work, thus I would encourage all to read it as a prelude to any study of Israel. Studying the Ancient Israelites is full of practical, sensible help in understanding ancient Israel. The work contains specific examples concerning the various disciplines that have been used to study ancient Israel: archaeology, sociology, historical geography, historiography, and literary approaches.”

The Gods of the Nations

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Of fundamental importance for those wanting to provide a context for Israelite religion.”

The Moody Bible Atlas

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“It is hard to imagine anyone more qualified than Dr. Barry Beitzel to write a Bible atlas. For over fifty years he has been at the forefront of the study of biblical history and geography. For nearly forty years, the Moody Atlas of Bible Lands has been one of my constant companions, not only because of the obvious expertise and detail in the maps, but also the rich background commentary provided that is immensely helpful for the scholar and layperson alike. This updated edition will no doubt prove to be essential for the next generation of Bible students.”