02954cam a2200421 4500 339796648 TxAuBib 20180208120000.0 150506s2014||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u 2015304474 9781628368833 1628368837 (OCoLC)866937694 TxAuBib Leston, Stephen,. Illustrated Guide to Bible Battles / Stephen Leston. Uhrichsvile, Ohio : Barbour Books, An imprint of Barbour Publishing, Inc., [2014] vi, 282 pages : color illustrations, ; 21 cm. Includes index. "The background, overview, key players, weapons, and meaning of more than 90 scriptural battles"--Cover. All location maps from Christopher D. Hudson's Bible atlas & companion, Barbour, 2008. "War is a reality of human history -- and that was just as true of Bible times as today. This fascinating "readable reference" shows you how dozens of biblical battles fit into the overall storyline of scripture. From familiar accounts such as Joshua's conquest of Jericho to lesser-known engagements -- including some extra-biblical battles that helped shape Bible history -- The Illustrated guide to Bible Battles provides fascinating background and overviews, colorful photos and maps, and an explanation of God's role in each. You'll also find entries on key players, weaponry and warriors, short- and long-term outcomes. The Illustrated guide to Bible Battles is an all-in-one resource for anyone interested in this aspect of scriptural history"--Page 4 of cover. Includes bibliographical references and index. From Abraham to the Promised Land -- Battles of the conquest and the era of the Judges -- Battles of the United Kingdom: from Saul to David -- Battles of the United Kingdom: David -- The divided kingdom: Israel's early days -- The divided kingdom: Israel's decline -- The divided kingdom: Judah's fortifications -- The divided kingdom: Judah's decline -- The divided kingdom: Israel and Judah's civil wars -- Battles of the intertestamental and New Testament periods -- Battles to come. 20180208. Bible Old Testament History of Biblical events. Bible Old Testament (OCoLC)fst01808092. To 70. Military history in the Bible. History of Biblical events. Military history in the Bible. Palestine History To 70 A.D. Middle East Palestine. History. https://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1512/2015304474-b.html Contributor biographical information https://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1512/2015304474-d.html Publisher description TXLYT