Abstract
Explores foundational biblical study topics including formation and translation, methods of interpretation, biblical geography and archaeology, the role of the Bible in the United States, and theological readings of sacred texts. It also provides introductions to the parts of the New Testament, understandings of Jesus as found in the biblical texts, and the social and historical context of the Greco-Roman world necessary for a deeper understanding of the material. Developed for students of diverse religious backgrounds, the book can be used with any translation of the New Testament.--
Includes bibliographical references and index.