The Lion Handbook to the Bible: Still the Best Book to Have Next to the Bible

by Pat Alexander (Editor), Pat Alexander

The Lion Handbook to the Bible was first published in 1973 and has been continuously in print ever since, selling over 3 million copies worldwide. This fascinating guide to the book that has intrigued and inspired millions of people for thousands of years comprises an authoritative yet accessible commentary on the Bible, book by book and chapter by chapter, alongside over 100 articles by leading scholars around the world on areas of special interest. Beautifully illustrated throughout with more than 700 photographs, maps and illustrations, the Handbook is a pleasure to browse and read, and a mine of information and insight about this crucially important book. This new fifth edition has a total refresh of over 700 photographs, maps, and illustrations.

Genres: Theology, Christian

816 pages, Paperback

Published March 18, 2017

Reviews

[Melanie Rippon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant book! Explains thoroughly what the Bible is, how it got to its current format & how to approach it, as well as the historical & cultural context. Doesn't shy away from controversies or apparent contradictions, but is very even-hand/level-headed in its approach. Suitable for complete beginners & more experienced Bible students alike - "jargon" is explained but equally it doesn't "talk down" to the reader either. Useful whatever denomination you belong to, or whichever translation of the Bible you use. Plenty of maps, charts & diagrams plus beautiful illustrations & photos, so a real visual treat as well.

I have owned every previous edition of this handbook & whilst much of the material was therefore familiar, it has been brought up to date e.g. archaeological discoveries, findings from new scholarship/research. Maybe I'm just more aware of it, or it may actually be the case, but it also feels like this edition has got more to say about women & minorities and how they may see the Bible. Ditto re. people from other faiths.

Cannot recommend this highly enough!

[Sophie Crane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a Really informative book and easy to read. I’d recommend to anyone who wants to understand the bible even just a little better.