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“Readers and listeners of the Bible encounter the names of places, things, and customs that are only vaguely understood. Since many of them appear so often, Bibles may explain them in a footnote the first time they appear in a text, but then it becomes difficult for the reader to find the passage where the footnote first occurred. George Martin’s book provides a very handy reference to those common names and customs as an ongoing aid to every Bible reader.”

— Father Mitch Pacwa, S.J.

“This resource is an essential addition to the library of those beginning to delve into Scripture or looking to deepen their understanding. Written in accessible question-and-answer format and well-indexed, this helpful book provides the background needed to enter more fully into the world of the Bible and more clearly understand its saving message.”

— Mary Elizabeth Sperry, author of Bible Top Tens

“George Martin has done us all a great service by pulling together all the background information that adds color, sound, and depth to the reading of the New Testament. It’s clear, informative, and unrelentingly interesting! Now I have a single volume to recommend to Bible readers looking to flesh out their understanding of the Gospels.”

— Dr. John Bergsma, Professor of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville

“George Martin has helped readers encounter Jesus through the Gospels and experience Scripture as God’s word for many decades. This new assembly of articles is as fresh and informative as ever. Bridging solid biblical scholarship and rich spiritual nourishment, this collection illumines the shadows in the world of Jesus to help readers better understand his message.”

— Stephen J. Binz, biblical scholar and award-winning author