1, A-Da Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity: A-Da by EdwinM. Yamauchi, Marvin R. Wilson, Prof EdwinYamauchi Paperback, 436 Pages, Published 2014 by Hendrickson Publishers, Inc. ISBN-13: 978-1-61970-460-2, ISBN: 1-61970-460-9
"Features. 436 pages, 6 x 9 inches. Unique dictionary with limited, if any, competition. Bibliographic material for further study. Corresponding ebooks of each article, 39 total. Most Bible dictionaries on the market today completely miss a number of cultural and sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures. The Dictionary of Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity aims to correct this. Written by a world-class historian a ..."
"Are there any biblical references to territories in what is today the country of Russia? The author's answer is yes, but Ezekiel's reference to Rosh and Meshech is not one of them. In a thoroughly documented discussion, the author describes the Uratrians, Manneans, Cimmerians, and Scythians. Three of these northern foes of Israel are referred to by Jeremiah (in 51:27), the Cimmerians by Ezekiel (38:6). . . . with the exception of Egypt, ..."
"The "curse of Ham" has been used to legitimize slavery. Both Ethiopians and Arabians claim the queen of Sheba. Could Moses and Jesus have been black? Edwin Yamauchi explores the historical and archaeological background of biblical texts that refer to Africa and traces the results of past interpretations and misinterpretations. He covers such topics as the curse of Ham's son Canaan, Moses' Cushite wife, Simon the Cyrene, and afro centric ..."
"Featuring over 115 key topics from the perspectives of 6 major cultures and time periods, The Complete Dictionary of Daily Life will become your go-to resource for key background information. Easily see how culture, technology, religious practices, laws, and politics affected the daily lives of people within the Bible. Key features: Over 115 Topics from A-Z—Easily cover a wide variety of Bible topics from jewish laws, food, plants, musi ..."
"The Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post-Biblical Antiquity is a unique reference work that provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. This dictionary casts light on the culture, technology, history, and politics of the periods of the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highl ..."
New Testament Cities in Western Asia Minor Light from Archaeology on Cities of Paul and the Seven Churches of Revelation by EdwinM. Yamauchi Paperback, 180 Pages, Published 2003 by Wipf & Stock Pub ISBN-13: 978-1-59244-230-0, ISBN: 1-59244-230-7
"15. E. Akurgal, Ancient Civilizations and Ruins of Turkey, 2nd ed. (Istanbul: Mobil
Oil Tiirk AS, 1970), p. 64; cf. R. Scranton, “Greek Arts in Greek Defenses,” Arch 3.l
(1950): 4—12; F. E. Winger, “Notes on Military Architecture in the Termessos
Region,” AjA 70 (1966): 127—37. 16. Cf. C. W. Soedel and V. Foley, “Ancient
Catapults," Scientific American 240.?) (1979): 150—60. 17. See photos 6—10 in
Burdick, “With Paul in the Troad,” ..."
Pre-Christian Gnosticism A Survey of the Proposed Evidences by EdwinM. Yamauchi Paperback, 280 Pages, Published 2003 by Wipf & Stock Pub ISBN-13: 978-1-59244-396-3, ISBN: 1-59244-396-6
"One of the most important issues facing New Testament scholarship today is the issue of Gnosticism. So wrote the author in 1973 in the first edition. With the publication since then of the entire Nag Hammadi library, this observation has become even more incisive. Was there a pre-Christian Gnosticism? Did Gnosticism directly or indirectly influence nascent Christianity? Many modern scholars argue that Gnosticism preceded the emergence o ..."
""Africa and Africans in Antiquity" assesses recent historical research and archaeology under way in Egypt, North Africa, the Sudan, and the Horn of Africa. Whereas many European and American scholars of earlier generations believed that Egyptian contacts with Africa to the south were not culturally significant, research contained in this important collection rejects such notions. At the same time, the volume takes issue with Afrocentric ..."
"The history of the church is amazing! When Christians study it, they are continually revived, encourages, and challenged. In The Story of the Church, a complement to The Essential Bible Reference Library, readers follow the church from the beginning, through all of its failures as well as successes. Despite succumbing to the pressure of culture, the church has both survived and thrived. Sure to appeal to a wide range of audiences."
"Internationally noted historian Edwin Yamauchi paints an incisive portrait of Persia's role in Old Testament history. As well as providing a detailed assessment of the archaeological and biblical data, he weaves into his meticulously documented text more than one hundred photos, maps, and diagrams."
"Most Bible dictionaries on the market miss a number of cultural and sociological issues of interest to the study of the Scriptures. The Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical and Post- Biblical Antiquity aims to fill this void. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a highly respected biblical scholar, with contributions by many others, this unique reference work provides background cultural and technical information on the wor ..."
"Describes the physical structure of the Roman Empire in the first century A.D. and discusses the social, political, and cultural climate of the period in which the Christian movement began."
The Stones and the Scriptures(1st Edition) (Evangelical Perspectives) by EdwinM. Yamauchi Paperback, 207 Pages, Published 1972 by Lippincott ISBN-13: 978-0-87981-002-3, ISBN: 0-87981-002-5
"Dr. Edwin Yamauchi, a native of Hawaii, has had considerable training and
experience in archaeology. Holding M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in Near Eastern
languages from Brandeis University, he has studied in Jerusalem and
participated in excavations at Jerusalem and at Tel Anafa in Northern Israel. He
is currently Professor of History and the Director of Graduate Studies in the
Department of History at Miami University, Oxford, Ohio. His ..."
"The "curse of Ham" has been used to legitimize slavery. Both Ethiopians and Arabians claim the queen of Sheba. Could Moses and Jesus have been black? Edwin Yamauchi explores the historical and archaeological background of biblical texts that refer to Africa and traces the results of past interpretations and misinterpretations. He covers such topics as the curse of Ham's son Canaan, Moses' Cushite wife, Simon the Cyrene, and afrocentri ..."
"The author seeks to summarize in selective fashion the archaeological evidence and its bearings upon the Scriptures. He seeks to face the complexities of the problem areas and to offer suggestions as the perspective in which some of the difficulties may be viewed. He also stresses the discoveries of the previous decade (published in 1973)."
" The "Dictionary of Daily Life in Biblical & Post-Biblical Antiquity "is a unique reference work that provides background cultural and technical information on the world of the Hebrew Bible and New Testament from 2000 BC to approximately AD 600. This dictionary casts light on the culture, technology, history, and politics of the periods of the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament. Written and edited by a world-class historian and a high ..."
"Internationally noted historian Edwin Yamauchi paints an incisive portrait of Persia's role in Old Testament history. As well as providing a detailed assessment of the archaeological and biblical data, he weaves into his meticulously documented text more than one hundred photos, maps, and diagrams."
"The ancient Israelites lived among many nations, and knowing about the people and culture of these nations can enhance understanding of the Old Testament. Peoples of the Old Testament World provides up-to-date descriptions of the people groups who interacted with and influenced ancient Israel. Detailed accounts by specialists cover each group's origin, history, rulers, architecture, art, religion, and contacts with biblical Israel."