General Introduction to the Bible, A

by David Ewert

What does the word "Bible" mean? Who wrote the Bible? Has it changed over time? Why are there so many translations? A General Introduction to the Bible answers these questions and more. Without becoming too technical for the average layperson, David Ewert surveys the history, formation, transmission, and translation of the Christian Bible in an informative and captivating way. Topics Features From ancient tablets to modern translations—God's Word to humanity has been profoundly impacting the world for several millennia. And after learning about its fascinating history, your appreciation for the Bible will surely increase even more.

Genres: History, Biblical Studies, Nonfiction

288 pages, Paperback

First published May 2, 1983

Reviews

[Craig Prather · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome read! Ewert's text on Biblical translations was both educational and engaging. I would recommend that anyone interested in discovering proof of the accuracy of Bible, read this book. 5 stars. Well done.

[Chaffee Viets · Rating 4 out of 5]

Aside from a few anti-Catholic comments, this history, even though it is becoming out of date, is exceptionally well done. My first foray into the history of the Bible began with Ewert. I can't recommend it highly enough to Evangelicals especially who have a limited notion of where the Bible came from (it didn't come from King James) or who fear studying such history because of what it might reveal. Ewert helps explain why it is okay to know about the history of the Bible, study it in depth, and still call oneself a Christian.

[Charles · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quite dry at times, but answers pretty much any question you would ever have concerning the history of the Bible. A bit more scholarly and detailed than other books of this nature though (mainly just means its harder to read).

[Bobby · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another good Bible Intro book. Good amount of detail is gone into, though it is another that doesn't have a chapter on inspiration (which is just really odd to me). I feel that Wagner's book is more updated than this one, but it is still a good text.

[Rick · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a terrific introduction to the Bible, not its story or theology, but the history of how it came to be. Very readible and objective.