The Great Handbook to the Bible competently, factually, and in detail presents the Bible in text and image: Over 800 pages introduce and comment on all the books of the Bible. More than 700 color photos and illustrations bring the world of the Old and New Testaments to life. Over 80 maps and tables provide additional guidance. In 126 articles, the environment of the Bible is explained thoroughly and competently, such as "The Peoples of the Bible," "Rome in Biblical Times," "The Miracles," and more. Additionally, there are detailed portraits of the most important figures in the Bible. A comprehensive index contains basic information on each keyword and can also be used as a small encyclopedia. A bestseller and standard work of biblical literature: Since the first edition of the German Handbook to the Bible, more than 100,000 copies have been sold. 5th revised edition.