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Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 2

1 Samuel-Esther
By:Barry J. Beitzel
Publisher:Baker Publishing Group
Print ISBN:9781683598107
eText ISBN:9781493465330
Edition:0
Copyright:2026
Format:Reflowable

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Exploring the kings of Israel to the time of Queen Esther

· Study the land in which the stories of 1 Samuel-Esther took place.
· Learn how geographic and cultural factors can provide theological insights
· Visualize the promised land through full-color maps and photos


David ruled a kingdom with discernible borders. Solomon married the daughter of a real, historical Pharoah. When we understand the geographic and cultural features of the Bible, we experience its stories with fresh eyes.

· See where David fled during his decade of being pursued by Saul
· Learn how Samuel's judging circuit aligns with archaeological evidence
· Identify Solomon's Egyptian father-in-law
· Understand the geographical and cultural import of genealogies in 1 Chronicles 1-9

Written by a team of experts on biblical geography and culture, the Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 2, is a guide to the biblical world of 1 Samuel through Esther. Each article addresses a particular story, event, or subject in 1-2 Samuel, 1-2 Kings, 1-2 Chronicles, or Esther, with full-color maps and photos providing deeper layers of context. Historical and cultural insights give readers a richer understanding of the biblical story.