The new manners & customs of Bible times - Ralph Gower

We know that John the Baptist ate locusts, but were they insects
or sweet beans?
Why did a fish swallow a coin that Jesus later used to pay
the temple tax?
How could walking beside a donkey have made Joseph a laughingstock?

Good handling of biblical passages demands a working knowledge of the historical
and cultural context in which they were written. This bestselling reference
book contains colorful photography, artwork, maps, diagrams, and charts to
lend knowledge of context. Additionally, there are Scripture and topical indexes
for quick fact-checking.

Students and teachers of the Bible will benefit
from and be fascinated by the helpful features of The New Manners and Customs
of Bible Times.