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The Contours of the Land in Israel's History
The Land of Palestine
The land of Palestine took its name from the Philistines (the Pelishtim in Hebrew) who settled along the Mediterranean coast from Joppa to Gaza about 1300–12...
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How should Christians think about politics?
Today’s post is adapted from Irving Hexham's "Christian Faith and Practice in Christian Politics," found in unit 13 of his new Understandin...
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Reaching Muslims: The Case for the Gospel
Today's post is from Nabeel Qureshi, whose new Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus online course is now available. For a limited time, get free acc...
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Who was Paul? His early life, and why it matters
When you think of Paul, what comes to mind?
For as much as Paul wrote, and as influential as he was, there is still much we don’t know ab...
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What people are saying about Zondervan Academic Online Courses
Nearly a year ago, we set out on an ambitious project to make online theological education more accessible and more affordable for more peo...
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Last Chance! Biblical Languages Certificate Introductory Discounts End Soon
Maybe you’ve always dreamed of learning the biblical languages, but going to seminary has never been an option. Or perhaps you once knew Gr...
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Miles Van Pelt on Learning Biblical Hebrew Online
We recently sat down with Miles Van Pelt to discuss learning biblical Hebrew online.
Here is what he said:
One of the things that is diffic...
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10 New Online Courses Announced
Whatever you want to learn—and however you desire to grow—we want to make sure there’s an online course for you.
That’s why, in addition to...
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Bill Mounce on Learning Biblical Greek Online
We recently sat down with Bill Mounce to discuss learning biblical Greek online. Here’s what he said:
Part of being successful in any task ...
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What Language Did Jesus Speak?
Have you ever wondered what language Jesus spoke?
Let’s take a closer look.
What Languages Were Spoken in First-century Palestine?
Befo...
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Announcing the new Biblical Languages Certificate Program
Imagine opening a copy of the Greek New Testament or the Hebrew Bible and being able to understand what it says in the original languages. ...
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Why learn Aramaic?
We recently looked at why you should learn Ugaritic. Today, we’re going to take a look at why you should learn Aramaic.
Who spoke Aramaic?
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Back to School Sale! Study the Bible with the world’s best professors
For a limited time, get 25% off all Zondervan Academic Online Courses with the Back to School sale! View all courses.
Now is the perfect ti...
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Why Learn Ugaritic?
You already know that understanding the Bible’s original languages of Greek and Hebrew is an important prerequisite for serious biblical st...
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How to Understand the Difference Between Christianity and Islam
In a year of polarizing politics, the rise of ISIS, and terrorism, it has never been more important for Christians to understand Islam.
In ...
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Why You Shouldn’t “Preach the Gospel at All Times and Use Words When Necessary”
There’s a famous quote. You’ve probably heard it:
“Preach the gospel at all times. Use words only when necessary.”
The original quote is...
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It's Time to Stop Being a "Second-source Christian"
It is great to listen to pastors and student ministers. It is wonderful to hear what they think God’s Word is saying and that’s super benef...
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