Wabash Center Internet Guide to Religion Section on Bible -- Maps
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Atlases
Atlases include a collection of maps to illustrate the geographical features and historical movements of a particular period. Some atlases are chiefly maps while others are accompanied by archaeological artifacts, descriptive texts, and special features to provide a visual overview of biblical places and events.
Dowley, Tim, ed. Atlas of the Bible and Christianity. Grand Rapids, Mich.: Baker Books, c1997.
Reference 270 34 D747a
Includes maps covering both the Old and New Testament periods. This work also illustrates the spread of Christianity in the early church through modern times. Brief explanatory text is included for each map.
Frank, Harry Thomas, ed. Atlas of the Bible Lands. Revised ed. Maplewood: N.J.: Hammond Inc. c1990.
220.91 H227a 1990
Chiefly comprised of detailed maps illustrating Old and New Testament site.
Perego, Giacomo. Interdisciplinary Atlas of the Bible: Scripture, History, Geography, Archaeology and Theology. Trans. Stewart Foster. London: St Pauls, 1999.
Reference 220.91 P435iEf
This work is divided into twenty-four chapters that cover biblical history from Genesis through the Age of the Apocalypse. Each brief chapter covers five points: the biblical context, historical setting, archaeology, selected social issues related to the chapter and a reflection. Colorful maps and photos enhance each section.
Rainey, Anson F., and R. Steven Notley. The Sacred Bridge: Carta's Atlas of the Biblical World. Jerusalem: Carta, 2006.
Reference 220.91 R156c
This work provides detailed historical geography of the Holy Lands as revealed in the text of the Bible and ancient sources. Arranged chronologically, the twenty-five chapters include historical texts describing significant places, maps, and archaeological evidence from the Early Bronze Age through 135CE.
Rogerson, John. Atlas of the Bible. New York: Facts on File, 1985.
Reference 220.91 R731a
220.91 R731a
This work includes not o nly geographical and historical maps but illustrations and feature articles dealign with the history, society and culture of biblical times. Overview articles and accompanying maps feature the geographical regions of ancient Israel with detailed information on significant sites such as Capernaum and Jericho.
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