Standard Reference Library, Vol. 2: The History of Israel: Joshua–Esther
Overview
This volume, The History of Israel, surveys the events of Israel’s history from the crossing of the Jordan to the exile beyond the Euphrates. Noting the victorious conquest of the land, the dark days of the judges, the glory of the united kingdom, and the downward spiral of the divided kingdoms, the book gives a broad overview of Israel’s leaders and their influence, for good or bad, on the nation. It concludes with a note of hope as the nation is rebuilt after exile.
Top Highlights
“The ultimate purpose of meditation upon God’s Word is to enable one to obey more fully everything written in it. Our spiritual progress is dependent upon this, and God’s blessing is conditioned upon it.” (Page 12)
“However, the Hebrew word often translated ‘leprosy’ in our Bibles does not always indicate the severe, debilitating affliction (known technically as ‘Hansen’s disease’) that we often associate with that term. It can also describe less serious skin conditions, such as psoriasis or eczema.” (Page 206)
“Elijah’s emphasis on the contrast between one and four hundred and fifty highlights a key principle: truth is not determined by the number of people who embrace a certain position. Truth is truth, no matter how many or how few hold to it at any given time.” (Page 188)
“the two important headings of God’s sovereignty and humanity’s accountability to him.” (Page 6)
“The Lord simply chose the smaller group to show that it was his power and not theirs at work (v. 2). This explanation removes the emphasis from the men and puts it on the Lord.” (Page 48)
- Title: Standard Reference Library, Vol. 2: The History of Israel: Joshua–Esther
- Author: Doug Redford
- Publisher: Standard
- Publication Date: 2008
- Pages: 304
